Certified Medication Aide - Memory Care (MC)

Senior Lifestyle•Albuquerque, NM

19h

About The Position

The Certified Medication Aide is responsible for the safe supervision and administration of self-administered medications and treatments for residents in the Memory Care Department, following the Medication Administration Record (MAR), Treatment Administration Record (TAR), applicable federal and state regulations, and Senior Lifestyle Corporation guidelines. The aide works as directed by the LPN/LVN/RN and/or Director of Health & Wellness. The role also provides personal care and general nursing care as needed or assigned, supports residents’ activities of daily living and individual service plans, and helps ensure residents receive services such as scheduled activities and dining. The aide maintains medication supplies, records, carts, and medical charts, communicates concerns and discrepancies to supervisors, and participates in staff training and in-services.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, or one to three months of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
At least one month of experience.
Current Medication Technician certification, depending on state regulations.
English proficiency sufficient to perform job duties, communicate with supervisors and coworkers, and respond to and communicate during emergencies.
Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Strong time-management skills.
Strong teamwork skills and a passion for helping seniors.

Nice To Haves

Senior living experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Supervise self-administered medication for the Memory Care Department in compliance with regulations and company guidelines, as directed by nursing leadership or the Director of Health & Wellness.
Count and sign for narcotics with approved personnel before accepting medication keys, and immediately report discrepancies to a supervisor.
Order necessary medications and treatments from the appropriate pharmacy, or notify the responsible party when supplies reach seven days or less.
Notify a supervisor when medication supplies are below two days and the medication has not been received.
Receive and verify medications against pharmacy labels and the MAR, and notify the pharmacy and Director of Health & Wellness of discrepancies.
Store medications properly, keeping lotions, ointments, and liquids separate from oral medications.
Date applicable vials or bottles when first opened and follow pharmacy protocols for their use.
Inspect medications weekly and remove expired medications.
Compare current MARs with new MARs during changeover and report discrepancies to a supervisor.
Remove discontinued medications from the medication cart and give them to the supervisor.
Provide personal care, including bathing, skin care, oral hygiene, grooming, dressing, incontinence care, and assistance with eating.
Provide general nursing care, including taking vital signs, temperatures, blood pressure, and weights.
Document information in the daily log and notify a supervisor of concerns.
Answer calls and assist residents with assigned needs.
Clean medication carts daily at the end of the shift, restock them as needed, and deep clean them weekly.
Attend and participate in staff training and in-services.
Maintain accurate records, prepare medical charts for new admissions and readmissions, and ensure records are complete within 48 hours in accordance with policies and regulatory guidelines.