Edgewood Assisted Living Center
Location
Saginaw, MI | United States
Job description
Purpose of This Position: * Timely and accurate administration of medications to residents as ordered by the licensed health care professional * Accurate and timely documentation of medication administration in the EMAR system * Follows proper protocol for reporting any medication related concerns * Accurately counts and documents medication inventory, including narcotics and controlled substances. Reorders medications timely to assure residents do not miss doses * Maintains a clean and organized medication cart and med room. Complies with EMAR requirements including charging of the Chromebook. * Routine and non-routine communication with licensed health care professionals, pharmacy, hospice personnel, home health care personnel, and resident family members * Proper documentation of all communication relating to resident care, including changes in medication orders * Respond to resident requests for assistance, including “call lights” * Observe residents for any change in condition (physical, emotional, cognitive, or behavioral) * Communicate any change in condition to the supervisor Assist residents to maintain their highest level of independence * Comply with infection control protocols Timely, accurate and safe administration of resident medications according to health professional’s orders. Assure that all aspects of the resident’s personal care and service plan are implemented while assuring that the resident is treated with dignity and respect, assisting each resident to be as independent and self-sufficient as possible. Qualifications: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA); Competency Evaluated Nursing Assistant (CENA); Medical Assistant (MA); L.P.N. other credential or experience which prepares the individual to perform the duties required. Typically, a minimum of 18 years of age and high school diploma (or equivalent). Must be able to perform essential functions of this position physically and mentally. Ability to communicate effectively in English. Competency trained in proper administration of medications. Essential Functions: * Timely and accurate administration of medications to residents as ordered by the licensed health care professional * Accurate and timely documentation of medication administration in the EMAR system * Follows proper protocol for reporting any medication related concerns * Accurately counts and documents medication inventory, including narcotics and controlled substances. Reorders medications timely to assure residents do not miss doses * Maintains a clean and organized medication cart and med room. Complies with EMAR requirements including charging of the Chromebook. * Routine and non-routine communication with licensed health care professionals, pharmacy, hospice personnel, home health care personnel, and resident family members * Proper documentation of all communication relating to resident care, including changes in medication orders * Respond to resident requests for assistance, including “call lights” * Observe residents for any change in condition (physical, emotional, cognitive, or behavioral) * Communicate any change in condition to the supervisor * Assist residents to maintain their highest level of independence * Comply with infection control protocols. Reports to: Resident Services Coordinator Compensation and Benefits: Hourly wage and benefits as stated in the Employee Handbook. Eligible for 2% increase after 90 days of employment with a satisfactory review, and merit increase annually based on supervisor’s written evaluation of performance. Work schedules are posted electronically to ON SHIFT a minimum of one week in advance. After one year of employment, eligible to participate in the 401k retirement savings program. Work Schedule: Work schedules are posted electronically to ON SHIFT a minimum of one week in advance. It is your responsibility to check the schedule to confirm your days and hours of work.
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