L1MA/CNA - Lenoir Woods, FT Nights

EverTrue•Columbia, MO

72d•Onsite

About The Position

Demonstrates the philosophy of the sponsoring Lutheran congregations, through upholding the EverTrue mission of “Older Adults Living Life to the Fullest”, core values and code of conduct. Administers medication and physical care to residents while assisting the Charge Nurse in accordance with our established nursing care procedures and as may be directed by your Charge Nurse, Supervisors or Director of Health Services. Works as a member of and collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team with a focus on maintaining the resident as the director of their care.

Requirements

Current Level 1 Medication Aide Certification in the state of practice.
Must complete state required in-service hours to maintain certification.
Current Certified Nurse Assistant (C.N.A.) certification in the state of practice.
High School diploma or GED required or three to six months related experience.
Must have successfully completed an approved course in medication administration.
Basic computer skills, limited to retrieving data and data entry.
Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action;
Must have patience and be willing and able to handle combative residents;
Ability to effectively present information in one on one and small group situations;
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos;
Ability to write simple correspondence.

Responsibilities

Prepares, administers and documents medication as defined by the State approved CMA curriculum and under the supervision of a licensed nurse.
Observes residents for side effects, interactions and implications of common medications.
Performs all Resident Assistant (RA) duties as needed or when directed.
In addition to the job duties listed above, may also perform all of the job duties outlined in the EverTrue “Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)” job description.