Med Tech - 2nd Shift

PACS

3d•$17 - $18•Onsite

About The Position

The primary purpose of this role is to assist in administering medications to residents as ordered by the attending physician, under the direction of the attending physician, the nurse supervisor or charge nurse, and the Health Services Director. The administration of medications must be in accordance with established nursing standards, facility policies and procedures, and state requirements.

Requirements

High school education or equivalent.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers and employees.
Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Must be a licensed Medication Aide.
Must have successfully completed a state-approved training program and any necessary examinations in accordance with state laws.

Responsibilities

Follow facility policies and procedures for administering medications.
Note and report medication administration errors.
Assist in developing and implementing procedures to identify, prevent, and address medication errors.
Complete and submit required administrative forms, charts, and reports.
Maintain positive working relationships with Health Services staff, physicians, and pharmacists.
Report resident complaints or grievances to the Health Services Director.
Participate in facility surveys and quality assurance programs.
Prepare, administer, and document oral and topical medications accurately and safely.
Verify medications brought in by new residents.
Follow procedures for destroying medications and assist as directed.
Adhere to facility labeling policies and practices.
Ensure all administered medications are properly labeled.
Follow charting procedures for medications.
Assist in documenting and removing discontinued medications.
Follow procedures for drug receipt errors, including notification and documentation.
Follow procedures for holding medications for transferred residents or discontinued orders.
Observe and verify medication ingestion or application, documenting any refusals.
Promptly notify the Health Services Director of medication errors or reactions.
Verify resident identity before administering medication.
Accurately measure, record, and report resident vital signs.
Follow procedures for residents self-administering medications.
Be familiar with common medical abbreviations, symbols, and terms.
Attend continuing education programs to maintain certification.
Maintain confidentiality of resident protected health information and report violations.
Report unauthorized attempts to access the facility's information system.
Perform all assigned tasks in accordance with established policies and procedures.
Follow work assignments and schedules.
Cooperate with inter-departmental and facility personnel.
Maintain the confidentiality of all resident care information.