Medication Assistant

HarborChase of Palm Coast • Palm Coast, FL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is PRN. The Medication Assistant assists with medications and maintains compliance with all state and federal regulations and the standards of HRA. The role involves checking the six rights of medication administration multiple times, assisting residents with medications according to their Medication Observation Record (MOR), and accurately documenting all medication-related actions. The assistant is responsible for maintaining the medication cart/cabinet, providing treatments as per service plans, and ensuring resident rights to safe, prompt, and confidential treatment. They must respond immediately to resident calls, respect the resident's right to refuse medication, and explain medications to residents before administration. Observation for adverse reactions and immediate reporting of medication errors are critical. The assistant should seek supervisor assistance for any doubts or questions and respond to on-the-job injuries according to policy. They must also notify supervisors of concerns from resident family members, adhere to universal precautions and infection control guidelines, and dispose of waste according to OSHA regulations. Demonstrating respectful behavior, performing assigned duties, knowing emergency procedures, and meeting health standards for appearance, sanitation, and hygiene are also key. The ability to work safely and alertly, take ownership of safety for associates and residents, and disclose any medication that might impair job performance is required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent with state specific training required for the position
• Must obtain valid Continuing Education credits as required by the state (if applicable)
• Minimum of one (1) year experience
• Experience in a long-care community and/or geriatric nursing preferred
• Experience in emergency care and first-aid preferred
• Good working knowledge of Medication Observation Record (MOR)
• Able to communicate effectively with all levels of management, associates, residents, family members, and outside contacts
• Clerical and typing skills including typing, data entry, filing, etc. required
• Experience with Microsoft Office and Outlook software preferred
• Knowledge and understanding of medical terminology preferred
• Able to make independent decisions
• Must possess a passion to work with and around senior citizens
• In all Florida Companies, this position requires a Level 2 background screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a long-care community and/or geriatric nursing
• Experience in emergency care and first-aid
• Experience with Microsoft Office and Outlook software
• Knowledge and understanding of medical terminology

Responsibilities

• Checks each of the six (6) rights of medication administration three (3) different times: (1) When the medication is taken out of the med cart or cabinet; (2) Immediately before assisting with the medication; (3) Immediately after assisting with the medication.
• Assists with medications to residents according to their Medication Observation Record (MOR)
• Documents clearly and accurately on the MOR after a medication is taken or given, refused, held, discontinued, changed, disposed of, returned, in accordance with policy
• Maintains a neat, clean, organized med cart/cabinet and restocks as needed
• Provides residents with any treatments required as part of their individual service plan
• Promotes and protects the rights to safe, prompt, and confidential treatment
• Answers and responds immediately to resident calls
• Respects the resident’s right to refuse medication and/or treatment
• Explains to the resident what medication is being given and why, prior to assisting with or administering the medication
• Observes the resident for any adverse reaction to the medication and reports to the DRC and/or supervisor immediately
• Reports any and all medication errors honestly and immediately
• Seeks assistance and advice from supervisor immediately if there are any doubts or questions when assisting with or administering medications or treatments
• Responds to on-the-job injuries in accordance with policy
• Notifies supervisor of any concerns or questions presented by the resident’s family member(s)
• Adheres to universal precautions and all other infection control guidelines
• Disposes infectious and/or potentially infectious waste according to OSHA regulations
• Demonstrates respectful behavior in all interactions with residents, families, staff and other visitors to the community
• Performs specific work duties as assigned by supervisor
• Demonstrates knowledge of emergency procedures
• Meets or exceeds health standards for appearance, sanitation and hygiene
• The ability to work in a safe and alert manner
• The ability to take ownership for associate’s safety and the safety of the residents
• Must disclose any medication that might impair associate’s ability to perform the job safely or competently.
• Leads by example exhibiting the CORE Values through servant leadership
• Encourages teamwork and promotes company philosophy
• Attends required community meetings and participates Life Enrichment activities when able
• Completes all required courses in adherence with HRA University
• Is prompt and able to perform the required duties of the position on a regular, predictable basis
• Becomes familiar and understands how to report a missing person using the Safe Return program or equivalent
• All associates are responsible for maintaining a safe and secure environment for all community residents

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED