Medication Nursing Assistant (MNA)

Rockingham County•Brentwood, NH

11h•Onsite

About The Position

The Medication Nursing Assistant (MNA) is responsible for medication administration to stable residents. This role is directly responsible for performing specified services for residents as designated under the supervision of a licensed nurse, and provides medication administration as determined, delegated, and monitored by a licensed nurse. The MNA is committed to providing preventative and restorative care to all residents and clients, ensuring they feel safe, comfortable, and supported in all aspects of their lives, including physical, emotional, social, spiritual, environmental, and intellectual well-being. The MNA is responsible for the administration of topical, oral, nasal, ophthalmic, vaginal/rectal medications, and inhalers as directed by a licensed nurse. Further, they will replenish medications and supplies as needed, as well as maintain a clean and orderly medication cart and room. As part of the collaborative nature of our team, the MNA effectively observes and communicates to the licensed nurse regarding administration and effectiveness of medications, as well as significant observations/abnormalities on resident care. Additionally, the MNA provides our residents with comfort and care through bathing, grooming, feeding, toileting, answering call lights/alarms, and more. Our MNAs are responsible for following all established safety, documentation, and infection control policies/procedures.

Requirements

Successful completion of an approved course for Medication Nursing Assistant (MNA) as set by the New Hampshire Board of Nursing and OBRA.
Possess a valid and current LNA license in New Hampshire.
Possess a valid New Hampshire Medication Nursing Assistant (MNA) license.

Responsibilities

Administer topical, oral, nasal, ophthalmic, vaginal/rectal medications, and inhalers as directed by a licensed nurse.
Replenish medications and supplies as needed.
Maintain a clean and orderly medication cart and room.
Observe and communicate to the licensed nurse regarding administration and effectiveness of medications, as well as significant observations/abnormalities on resident care.
Provide residents with comfort and care through bathing, grooming, feeding, toileting, answering call lights/alarms, and more.
Follow all established safety, documentation, and infection control policies/procedures.