Medication Technician

Arbol Residences of Santa Rosa•Battle Creek, MI

11d

About The Position

When you work at Northpointe Woods, you have a front-row seat to the amazing life stories of the wisest people on earth. What’s more, you are part of an extraordinary company – one that’s investing in the future of senior living by investing in you. Don’t just do a job. Be part of an extraordinary life! Second shift available 2pm to 10pm Full Time Northpointe Woods is recruiting for a hospitality focused Medication Technician to join our team!

Requirements

Ability to understand and follow instructions in English and communicate effectively;
Ability to document notes clearly;
Ability to work in close cooperation with residents, guests, visitors, families, coworkers, and supervisor; requires courtesy, tact, and graciousness;
Ability to follow and maintain basic infection control procedures;
Ability to recognize and respond to emergency situations.

Nice To Haves

At least one year experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Takes vital signs as indicated;
Assists with showers/baths, assists with dressing and other personal care;
Assists with escorts to the dining room, hair salon, activities; etc;
Makes daily rounds to residents as required;
Keeps supervisor informed of the status of residents;
Responds promptly to all “Call for Aid” requests;
Assists in monitoring medication compliance;
Assists with meal service including table set-up, serving, tableside assistance, room trays, dining room cleaning, etc.
Assists with light housekeeping tasks such as bed changes, trash removal, etc.
Properly transport and deliver soiled laundry to designated collection points;
Records accurate resident progress notes, condition change notes, and other documentation as directed by supervisor;
Completes all items listed on shift checklist;
Attends all in-service sessions as required;
Attends all staff meetings as required;
Performs other work duties and responsibilities as assigned by supervisor.
Pass all medications
Oversee all resident care staff
Assess health issues of residents and contact family, doctor and resident care director as needed.
Assist in maintaining a high level of customer service for our residents and their guests;
Maintain safe and sanitary conditions in all work areas;
Use all safety equipment and follow safety procedures according to policies;
Maintain acceptable standard of personal hygiene and comply with community’s dress code;
Maintain standards of confidentiality and resident dignity at all times