Certified Medication Aide

Location

Freehold, NJ | United States

Job description

Job Summary :

We are looking for a dedicated, Full-Time, Certified Medication Aide for our Memory Support Neighborhood here at Mattison Crossing . The role is responsible for carrying out the ADL services to residents in accordance with their service plan in a given community. These duties include providing medication management services, personal care for all residents, communicating with medical professionals and families about the needs of residents. All duties are performed under the direction of the Director, Health and Wellness while maintaining compliance with all regulatory standards.

Essential Functions:

• Follows the services outlined in each resident's service plan in a friendly and supportive manner. This includes passing resident medications in accordance with physician orders and as stated on the Medication Administration Record for all residents.
• Documents completion of tasks delivered on a daily basis.
• Documents observed change in condition in accordance with local rules and regulations and policies.
• Responsible for communicating with other Medication Aides about resident needs for
• consistent quality.
• Participates in meal service including serving, clearing, and cleaning the dining room.
• Manages staff under their supervision during working hours.
• Maintain the proper certifications required by local and state licensing agencies which include on-going in-service trainings, accreditations, specific coursework and certifications.
• Follows and complies with the Continuous Quality Improvement program and take steps to ensure services delivered are complete and designed for each resident. Reports identified issues not supporting quality services to immediate supervisor for correction.
• Follows all local, state, and federal rules and regulations as they apply to services delivered for all residents. This involves resident care and documentation, compliance with HIPAA, OSHA, and Blood Borne Pathogen Guidelines.
• Works in a safe manner, supports other employees in working in a safe manner and unsafe actions are corrected. Compliant with Safety Committee Standards. Should workplace injuries occur, when required, assists the Executive Director and Director, Health and Wellness with the investigation, return to work, and management of the injured worker communication with care provider and the Management Company.
• Fosters teamwork with co-workers, shows initiative in overcoming obstacles, takes actions which assist others beyond job responsibilities, and has a positive impact on co-workers, Residents, and visitors.
• Perform other duties as assigned or needed.

Experience and Qualifications :

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) required.
• Must have one year of experience in a caregiving role or similar function.
• Supervisory experience of six months or more in a health related field.
• Must be able to read physician orders and match to Medication Administration Records for residents.
• Must possess understanding of medical terminology adequate to pass medications and communicate with medical professionals.
• Experience with Microsoft Word and Excel and an understanding of human resource rules preferred.
• Essential Skills Verbally able to articulate in person and over the phone.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills.
• Able to communicate in written form and complete documentation as required by state and company policies.
• Able to work well under pressure, resolve conflicts, prioritize tasks, and follow through with ideas.
• Follows company regulations.

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental and Vision benefits
• Vacation, PTO, Floating Holidays
• 401k Retirement Plan & Life Insurance
• Competitive Pay Rate
• Weekly Pay

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