Certified Medication Aide - Assisted Living (AL)

Job Description

Salary range $18 per hour 

• Responsible for supervision of self-administered medication for the Assisted Living Department in compliance with Federal & State regulations and Senior Lifestyle Corporation guidelines as directed by the LPN/LVN/RN and/or the Assisted Living Director/Health and Wellness Director.
• Count and sign on the approved form, all narcotics with approved personnel, before accepting medication keys.  Contact a supervisor immediately with discrepancies.
• Order all necessary medication and treatments from the appropriate pharmacy or notify the responsible party when the supply is no longer than 7 days.
• Notify the supervisor when the supply is less than 2 days, and the medicine hasn’t been received.
• Responsible for receiving and verifying that all medicine received is accurate according to the pharmacy label and MAR.  Notifies pharmacy and DH&W of any discrepancies.
• Responsible for proper storage of all medications and ensuring all lotions, ointments, and liquids are stored separately from oral medications.
• Responsible for dating all appropriate vials or bottles at the time of initial opening and following pharmacy protocol on the length of time they can be used.
• Responsible for weekly inspections of all medications to ensure all expired medications are removed.
• Responsible for verifying that all current MARs are compared to new MARs at the changeover time and notifying the supervisor of any discrepancies.
• Responsible for removing all discontinued medication from the med cart and giving it to the supervisor.
• Provide personal care to residents to include, but not limited to, bathing, skin care, oral hygiene, grooming, dressing, incontinence care, and eating, etc.
• Provide general nursing care to include, but not limited to, vital signs, temperatures, blood pressure, and weights.
• Document appropriate information in the daily log as required and notify the supervisor of all concerns.
• Answer calls and assist residents with needs as assigned.
• Responsible for daily cleaning of all medicine carts at the end of the shift and restocking as needed. 
• Responsible for weekly deep cleaning of all med carts.
• Attend and participate in staff training and in-services.
• Must maintain accurate records to include preparation of all medical charts for new admissions and readmissions, and ensure the medical record is complete within forty-eight (48) hours as per Policy and Procedure (P&P) and regulatory guidelines.

Qualifications

Level of Formal Education: A High School Diploma or General Education Degree; or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience 
Years of Experience: 1+ months of experience 
Type of Experience: Senior Living preferred
Special Certifications: Current Medication Technician certification depending on state regulations
Language Skills: Acceptable proficiency in English to perform job duties, communicate with supervisor and other employees, and respond and communicate to emergency situations. Technical Competencies: Basic computer proficiency to include Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
Skills and Ability: 

• Excellent interpersonal and communications skills.
• Superior time management skills. 

Personal Attributes: 

• Strong team player and a passion for helping seniors 

Additional Information

Senior Lifestyle offers a comprehensive benefits plan to eligible team members including health, dental, vision, retirement benefits, short-term disability, long-term disability, and paid time off. All Senior Lifestyle positions are eligible to use DailyPay, an application that allows you to access your earned but unpaid wages before your next payday. Senior Lifestyle requires that all employees provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination unless exempt due to medical, religious, or personal beliefs. Government requirements or exclusions may apply.