Medication Technician - Part-time - Lifelong Health Newport News

Riverside Hospital • Newport News, VA

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About The Position

The Medication Technician works under the supervision of a Nursing Supervisor or Manager and is ultimately responsible to the Director of Assisted Living. The CMT/CNA performs direct resident-care tasks according to facility policies and procedures, applicable regulatory requirements for Assisted Living Facilities, and the relevant scope of practice for Assisted Living Facilities, skilled nursing facilities, and nursing facilities. Duties include medication administration, taking vital signs, personal care, and nutrition support.

Requirements

• Certified Nurse Aid (CNA) certification from the Virginia Department of Health Professions, required upon hire.
• Medication Aide certification from the Virginia Department of Health Professions, required upon hire.
• CPR/BLS certification from the American Heart Association, American Red Cross, or American Safety and Health Institute, required within 30 days.
• First Aid certification from the American Heart Association, American Red Cross, or American Safety and Health Institute, required within 30 days.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED (preferred).
• Less than one year of experience (preferred).
• Virginia State Food Handlers Card from an ANSI-approved Food Handlers certificate program (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Administer and document medications and treatments at scheduled times according to medication-administration protocol.
• Maintain confidentiality of resident and fellow employee information.
• Maintain the cleanliness and organization of the medication room and medication cart, and restock them.
• Obtain accurate vital signs and weights.
• Report changes in behavior, activities of daily living, or other signs or symptoms of a change in condition to a nursing leader and/or provider as appropriate.
• Act within the scope of Certified Nursing Assistant and Registered Medication Aide in Assisted Living.
• Perform other duties as assigned by a supervisor or other management staff.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED