CMT or LPN

John Knox Village • Lee's Summit, MO

4d

About The Position

The Certified Medication Technician (CMT) sets up and administers medications to residents/customers and documents their administration in the medical record. The role functions under the supervision of a professional nurse and within the parameters of state-approved credentialing. It is responsible for supervising or providing direct patient care and supporting the Village’s mission, values, and PRIDE service and hospitality expectations. Required training must be completed in accordance with policy.

The associate may also provide minor treatments within the CMT scope of practice, perform Certified Nurse Assistant functions when requested, respond first to resident/customer emergencies, and may provide work direction to Certified Nursing Assistants or be in charge when the supervising nurse is absent. The position is PRN on the night shift, 10:30 p.m. to 7:00 a.m., and is supervised by the LPN or RN on duty or on call.

Requirements

• Education, training, and/or experience typically acquired through a course of study leading to a high school diploma or GED.
• Current Missouri Certified Medication Technician credential.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Insulin administration certification for Village Assisted Living associates.
• Intermediate knowledge of medical terminology.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft operating system, Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating instructions, handbooks, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write simple sentences, paragraphs, and correspondence.
• Ability to present information effectively in one-on-one and small-group situations.
• Ability to perform arithmetic using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals, and to calculate figures and amounts such as percentages, proportions, area, circumference, and volume.
• Ability to interpret technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with abstract and concrete variables.
• Ability to meet the physical and mental demands described in the posting, with reasonable accommodations where applicable.

Nice To Haves

• Current CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and administer medications to residents/customers accurately and on time using established procedures.
• Maintain medical records accurately under the supervision of the nurse.
• Perform minor treatments within the CMT scope of practice.
• Maintain the required type and amount of drug supply for residents/customers.
• Complete required documentation of nursing care accurately and on time to meet state and Village requirements.
• Observe residents/customers and report problems or changes to the supervising nurse.
• Perform Certified Nurse Assistant functions when requested.
• Act as a first responder in resident/customer emergencies as needed.
• Adhere to safety regulations and requirements.
• Handle workplace stress and interact effectively with coworkers and customers.
• Maintain acceptable workplace conduct.
• Complete training required by policy.
• Provide work direction to Certified Nursing Assistants when applicable and be in charge in the absence of the supervising nurse.
• Drive between locations when necessary to provide departmental services.
• Assist other departments during a declared emergency when called upon.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED