Overnight Medication Technician

Clearwater at Rancharrah•Reno, NV

24d•Onsite

About The Position

Clearwater at Rancharrah is seeking a full-time Medication Technician for the night shift. The Medication Technician documents, delivers, and administers medications to residents as prescribed by physicians, providing superior customer service and following company policies, procedures, government regulations, and guidelines. The role also supports residents with personal care and daily living activities, helps caregivers as needed, and protects residents’ dignity, safety, and confidentiality.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least one year of work experience as a Caregiver or Medication Technician.
Active First Aid, CPR, or BLS certification.
Background clearances as required by government regulations.
Must meet health requirements, including TB.

Nice To Haves

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist residents with daily medications, treatments, and resident care within the scope of practice and in accordance with policies, procedures, and government regulations.
Observe, verify, and document that medications are ingested or applied as directed.
Notify a supervisor and document the reason when prescribed medication is not administered according to directions.
Maintain clear, accurate, complete, and confidential records concerning resident medication and care.
Coordinate medication services with residents, pharmacies, and physicians; verify dosages with physicians before dispensing.
Track medication changes and refills, and prepare medications for distribution up to 24 hours in advance.
Participate in narcotic counts at the beginning and end of shifts and immediately report discrepancies to supervisors.
Assist caregivers with their duties and assume caregiver activities and responsibilities when needed.
Respond promptly and kindly to resident needs while maintaining residents’ self-respect, dignity, safety, and confidentiality.
Read and follow care plans to ensure residents receive proper care.
Assist residents with daily living activities, including bathing, dressing, hygiene, meals, activities, and bowel and bladder functions.
Assist residents at mealtimes with meal selection, serving, eating, and clearing trays.
Transport and escort residents as needed, including helping them into and out of beds and wheelchairs and following safety, lifting, and transfer techniques.