Medication Nurse - Senior Living

Ivy Park•San Diego, CA

31d•$34 - $36•Onsite

About The Position

IVY PARK AT LA JOLLA 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: The 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 and/or cart, maintains a current account of all medications residents are taking, and completes all documentation required of the company's Medication policy.

Requirements

Must be a Licensed Vocational Nurse or Registered Nurse holding a valid California nursing license in good standing
Knowledge of and/or 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 reason(s) 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, physician's 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 room/cart access at all times.
Monitor Psychotropic medication use is congruent with physician's 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.