Medication Associate- Monroeville

Juniper Communities•Monroeville, PA

18h•Onsite

About The Position

Juniper Communities is an EEO Employer - M/F/Disability/Protected Veteran Status. They are now offering DailyPay – the ability to be paid on-demand, without waiting until pay day! Juniper Communities values diversity and inclusion, which has been at the heart of their culture for 35 years. They aim to hire the best, empower them to grow, and celebrate all. Juniper is a place for seasoned leaders or those looking to grow into their first leadership position, connecting passion with purpose. The organization challenges the status quo of the senior living industry and is built on a culture of innovation, offering rich opportunity for a fulfilling career. The team approach, mentorships, and hands-on support from home office leadership provide a foundation for associates to succeed and grow in meaningful ways. They are hiring immediately for a Certified Medication Associate who reports to the Wellness Director or Wellness Nurse and receives guidance, training, and direction from other members of the Leadership Team. The role is to provide assistance to residents in maintaining their highest level of functional independence and psycho-social wellness, and to assist the Wellness Director and Wellness Nurse in the administration of medications and treatments to residents.

Requirements

5 YEARS MEMORY CARE EXPERIENCE
High school or equivalent (Required)
Medication Tech Certification (Required)

Responsibilities

Perform all assigned tasks in accordance with policies and procedures and as instructed by your supervisor and/or the Wellness Director, as well as other members of the Leadership Team.
Assist with medication administration and assistance in accordance with regulations and protocol.
Perform special treatments as instructed.
Document medication administration and treatments within MAR.
Report all adverse reactions, medication errors and resident refusal of medications to Wellness
Perform vital signs and monitoring as ordered and instructed.
Assist residents as needed with activities of daily living such as dental and mouth care, bathing, dressing/undressing, hair care nail care, shaving, continence management, use of prosthetic devices, securing transportation, shopping, making and keeping appointments, use of the telephone, correspondence, social, exercise and leisure activities, ambulation and dining.
Follow established safety regulations, including fire protection, infection control, bloodborne pathogens, hazardous waste and quality assurance procedures.
Report all changes in the resident’s condition, and skin breakdown to the Wellness Director.
Assist in the coordination of effective communication among Resident Assistants, residents and families.
Maintain liaison with residents and family members.
Follow work assignments and/or work schedules in completing and performing tasks.