LPN or CMT, Memory Care 3

JKV Careers•Lee's Summit, MO

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Certified Medication Technician (CMT) sets up medications, administers them to the appropriate residents or customers, and documents administration in the medical record. The role functions under the supervision of a professional nurse and within the parameters of state-approved credentialing. The associate is responsible for supervising or providing direct patient care and is expected to support the Village’s mission, values, and PRIDE service and hospitality expectations, and complete required training. This part-time position is in Memory Care 3 and is scheduled for day hours, 6:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., every other Saturday and Sunday. The associate may provide work direction to Certified Nursing Assistants and may be in charge when the supervising nurse is absent. The position involves exposure to infectious diseases and work with individuals with challenged mental capacities. It may require travel between locations to provide services, and associates may be called upon to assist other departments during a declared emergency.

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 is required for Village Assisted Living associates.
Intermediate knowledge of medical terminology.
Basic knowledge of Microsoft operating systems and Microsoft 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, 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 stated physical demands, including lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling, reaching, bending, coordination, walking, and sitting.
Ability to work around infectious diseases and individuals with challenged mental capacities.
Ability to drive between locations when necessary to provide departmental services.

Nice To Haves

Current CPR certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Assemble and administer medications to residents or customers accurately and on time, following established procedures.
Maintain medical records accurately under the supervision of the nurse.
Perform minor treatments within the scope of practice of a CMT.
Maintain the required type and amount of drug supply for residents or customers.
Complete required nursing-care documentation accurately and on time to meet state and Village requirements.
Observe residents or customers and report problems or changes to the supervising nurse.
Perform Certified Nurse Assistant functions when requested.
Act as a first responder in emergencies involving residents or customers as needed.
Follow all safety regulations and requirements.
Maintain appropriate workplace conduct, handle stress well, and work effectively with colleagues and customers.
Complete training as required by policy.
May provide work direction to Certified Nursing Assistants and may be in charge in the absence of the supervising nurse.