Medication Technician

Location

Plano, TX | United States

Job description

*** CURRENTLY HIRING TO FILL A FULL TIME, TEMPORARY POSITION ON 3PM-11PM SHIFT.***

Position summary :
The Medication Aide/Medication Technician is responsible for supervision of self-administered medication to Assisted Living & Memory Care residents, medication administration to those residents who need assistance with medication as well as following the guidelines and regulations as out lined by the State of Texas for Assisted Living Facilities. This position reports to the Community Nurse.

Essential functions:

• Responsible for supervision of self-administered medication for the Assisted Living Department in compliance with Federal & State regulations and DaySpring Senior Living guidelines as directed by the LPN/LVN and/or the Assisted Living Director.
• Reports any change in resident’s health and provides proper documentation to the LVN and/or Assisted Living Director.
• Passes the Right Medication to the Right Resident, at the Right Time, in the Right Dosage, by the Right Route of Administration and per the Resident’s Medication Administration Record/as ordered by the resident’s physician.
• Responds quickly to all emergencies.
• Maintains close communication with all departments and staff members.
• Attends educational meetings for residents and staff as requested by supervisor.
• Meets training and continuing education requirements as outlined by the State of Texas and as outlined in community policy.
• Understands role in the Safety & Disaster Plan.
• Maintain confidentiality of resident's and prospective resident's information.

Non-essential functions:

• Attends all required training, in-services, and staff meetings.
• Completes all assigned online training as assigned.
• Strives to maintain a safe working environment through the prevention of accidents, the preservation of equipment, and the achievement of safe working practices.
• Maintains a positive and professional demeanor toward residents, visitors, family members and co-workers.
• Assists with medication re-orders and refills as needed.
• Communicates with family members and with residents regarding issues related to medication.
• Coordinates emergency response and communicates to the Community Nurse when a resident is sent to the hospital or returns from the hospital after hours and on weekends.
• Adheres to all policies and procedures of the community.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Skills/Educational requirements:

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree.
• One to three months related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Job Type(s): Full-time/Temporary M-F 3p-11pm and PRN 7a-3p and 3p-11p

Our Mission is to enhance quality of life in the community by providing assisted living services guided by the foundational truths of Jesus' teachings. DaySpring will set the industry standard by providing exceptional, Christ-centered, assisted living care. DaySpring Senior Living is a faith-based, not-for-profit assisted living and memory care community offering Christ-centered care. Our unique community is a ministry of Sent Church in Plano, Texas. Our faith is the driving force behind the services that we offer. Each member of our staff is intrinsically instilled with the value to honor the personal dignity and trust of each resident. It invigorates and enlivens the atmosphere at our facility. Our residents may engage in church services on Sunday and Wednesday mornings, as well as attend a variety of Bible studies scheduled throughout the week. Our team take a holistic approach to providing care. We offer assistance and services that are designed to promote the physical and spiritual well-being of each of our residents. DaySpring is a unique, intimate community where relationships are developed and lives are touched. Several years ago, God led the church to begin a senior ministry. DaySpring has flourished and has maintained a wonderful reputation in the community since 1998, when DaySpring first opened its doors. Through God’s promise of faithfulness, He has accomplished “immeasurably more than all we asked or imagined”. His work at DaySpring is known throughout Plano and the surrounding area, and continues to change those who are affiliated with DaySpring. The staff of DaySpring believe in and pursue whole-heartedly the ministry of our community. We believe all affiliated with DaySpring – residents, staff and volunteers – were led by God and each is valued as a gift from God. Call today to learn more about our unique employment perks and to learn about how DaySpring may be the perfect place for you to work!

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$16 - $18 per hour