CMT Full Time - Day Shift

Lutheran Senior Services•Chesterfield, MO

4d•$16 - $25

About The Position

Introduction At EverTrue, team members at all levels find their calling in our mission of Older Adults Living Life to the Fullest. In this work environment, all team members are part of a community and appreciated by the people they work with – residents and coworkers – every day. Summary Provides medication administration to residents under the direction of the nursing staff. Provides supportive and functional care to residents with routine daily care in accordance with established community care procedures as directed by nursing leadership. Works as a member of and collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team with a focus on maintaining the resident as the director of their care. Scope of Practice CMT - Practice within the scope of certification and by state and federal regulations and in accordance with the standards as defined in the currently recognized state Certified Medication Technician Training Manual. Practice in accordance with the EverTrue clinical and administrative policies and procedures.

Requirements

Current CMT certification in the state of practice
High-school diploma or GED
If working in Pennsylvania: Successful completion of Personal Care DHS Medication Administration Course
CPR certification and first aid training
Basic computer skills
A desire to be part of the “Person Centered Care” team
Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
Must be able to push/pull 45 lbs.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience with direct care preferred

Responsibilities

Prepares and administers medication to residents under the direction of the nursing staff and within the scope of practice for a CMT; and documents accordingly; Observes residents for side effects, interactions and implications of common medicines
Provides medical and physical care, in accordance within the scope of practice, to the residents to meet their daily needs
Handles the residents’ personal care needs and support in a timely manner; Helps the resident keep their dignity by letting them do as much for themselves as possible
Observes the residents closely and identifies changing needs and conditions. Reports information to the nursing staff
Actively participates in the resident’s care/service plan for the purpose of improving the life of the resident
Assists residents during mealtimes and feeds residents that need full assistance
Creates and maintains meaningful relationships with residents and families
Supports the resident’s involvement in decision making regarding their daily activities; Assists the residents with activities
Assists with therapies and treatments under the direction of licensed personnel.
Respects privacy, follows HIPPA requirements, only shares information on an as needed basis and always knocks on a resident’s door before entering.
Follows all safety procedures and protocol as dictated by EverTrue policy, federal and state regulations and standard nursing practice. Reports all hazardous conditions, defective equipment and accidents or incidents to the Charge Nurse immediately.
Documents vital signs including blood pressure, temperature respiration and weight checks and other pertinent information in the resident’s electronic health record
Responds to incoming phone calls
May be assigned to serve as the administrator designee (if 21 years of age or older) in the absence of the Personal Care Administrator / Assisted Living Administrator / PC Clinical Director; Evaluates immediate circumstances and contacts highest level of authority to discuss next steps