Medication Nurse

Oakmont Management Group•Fresno, CA

52d•$2,700 - $2,900•Onsite

About The Position

Oakmont of Fresno is a premier senior living community situated on a beautifully landscaped campus Managed by Oakmont Management Group we provide exceptional quality comfort and care with five star services and amenities Residents enjoy a rewarding lifestyle with individualized comprehensive support that promotes continuing independence We deliver meaningful lifestyles and relationships with residents families and team members by developing a winning culture and living these values Authenticity Teamwork Compassion Commitment Resilience With communities across California Hawaii and Nevada opportunities for career growth relocation and travel are significant In addition eligible team members may enjoy the following benefits Medical Dental and Vision benefitsVacation Personal Day Sick Pay HolidaysComplimentary MealsBonus Opportunities Company Paid Life InsuranceTeam Member Discount Program LifeMart401k Savings Plan with Company MatchRecognition ProgramsStudent Loan RefinancingTuition Reimbursement Pet InsuranceEmployee Assistance ProgramEmergency Financial AssistanceThe Medication Nurse is responsible for supervising and assisting in the administration of medications to residents as ordered by the attending physician under the direction of the attending physician and in accordance with established nursing standards policies procedures and practices of the company The Medication Nurse provides complete supervision of the medications room andor cart maintains a current account of all medications residents are taking and completes all documentation required of the companys Medication policy

Requirements

Must be a Licensed Vocational Nurse or Registered Nurse holding a valid California nursing license in good standing
Knowledge of andor ability to learn the theory and practice of assisted living and dementia care
Able to work with seniors and patiently interact with cognitively impaired individuals
Able to be flexible adapt and respond to change make decisions in stressful situations and prioritize tasks and projects
Able to process information and apply common sense understanding to follow and carry out written or oral instructions
Able to analyze solve and respond to problems or concerns
Able to count and perform moderately complex math problems
Must pass a Criminal Background check and Health Screening tests including physical and TB Tests
For the health and safety of our team members and residents Oakmont Management Group may require team members to vaccinate participate in daily screening surveillance testing and to wear face coverings and other personal protective equipment PPE to prevent the spread of the COVID 19 or other communicable diseases per regulatory guidelines

Nice To Haves

Prefer one 1 year of experience assisting with medications at a Residential Care Facility for the Elderly RCFE

Responsibilities

Perform nursing duties as directed and in accordance with the appropriate scope of the Nurse Practice Act including administering medications and performing treatments as ordered by a physician
The Medication Nurse is responsible for administering injections suppositories enemas and medications associated with wound care in addition to medications usually assigned to a Medication Technician
Perform nursing duties associated with the Wellness Nurse role as assigned
Coordinate medication services with the resident pharmacy and physician
Order and track all medication changes refills and deliveries with pharmacies
Prepare medication for distribution to residents as per company policy
Assist residents with taking their prescribed medications
Observe and verify that medication is ingested or applied as directed
Document any instance where prescribed medication is not administered including reasons for refusal and notify the supervisor
Maintain accurate complete and confidential resident medication and care records according to company policy
Ensure all medication documentation is current and correct including medication administration forms physicians orders and dosage changes
Keep medicine rooms and carts orderly clean and appropriately stocked
Maintain an inventory of all department supplies and re order as needed
Control medication roomcart access at all times
Monitor Psychotropic medication use is congruent with physicians orders and ensures resident behaviors warrant the use of medication
Participate in and complete narcotic count at the beginning and end of each shift
Report any and all discrepancies to the supervisor immediately
Communicate with physicians family members and vendors as needed
Understand the meaning and usage of common medical abbreviations symbols and terms relative to the administration of medications as used by the company pharmacists and physicians