Certified Medication Aide - Memory Care (MC)

Senior Lifestyle•York, ME

12h•Onsite

About The Position

The Certified Medication Aide supports residents in the Memory Care Department by safely administering prescribed medications and treatments according to Medication Administration Records (MARs), Treatment Administration Records (TARs), regulations, and company guidelines. The role also provides personal and general nursing care, supports activities of daily living and other resident needs, and helps ensure residents receive services in accordance with their individual service plans. The aide manages medication inventory and records, including counting narcotics, verifying deliveries, ordering supplies, storing and inspecting medications, reconciling MARs, and removing discontinued or expired medication. The role also maintains medication carts and resident medical records, documents care, communicates concerns to supervisors, responds to resident needs, and participates in training and in-services. The available shift is 2:30 PM–11:00 PM.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, 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 emergencies.
Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Superior time-management skills.
Strong teamwork and a passion for helping seniors.
Proof of COVID-19 vaccination unless exempt due to medical, religious, or personal beliefs; government requirements or exclusions may apply.

Nice To Haves

Experience in senior living is preferred.

Responsibilities

Safely administer prescribed medications and treatments as listed on the MAR and TAR, following applicable regulations and company guidelines under the direction of a licensed nurse 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 medications and treatments from the appropriate pharmacy or notify the responsible party when supplies are down to no less than seven days; notify a supervisor when fewer than two days remain and medication has not arrived.
Receive and verify medications against pharmacy labels and the MAR, and report discrepancies to the pharmacy and Director of Health & Wellness.
Store medications properly, keeping lotions, ointments, and liquids separate from oral medications.
Date medication vials and bottles when first opened and follow pharmacy protocols for their use.
Inspect medications weekly and remove expired medications.
Compare current and new MARs at changeover and report discrepancies to a supervisor.
Remove discontinued medications from the medication cart and give them to a 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 required 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.
Prepare medical charts for new admissions and readmissions and ensure records are complete within 48 hours in accordance with policy and regulatory guidelines.
Support delivery of resident services, including activities of daily living, room cleanliness, scheduled activities, dining services, and individual service plan needs.