Trained Medication Assistant - PRNVolunteers of America National Services • Arlington, Texas, United States
Trained Medication Assistant - PRN
Volunteers of America National Services
- Arlington, Texas, United States
- Arlington, Texas, United States
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A minimum of high school diploma or equivalent is required. Registered or certified as a nursing assistant. Completion of a state approved training program in medication administration with certificate received. Effective communicator with staff, families and outside agencies. Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action and as delegated by the licensed nurse or registered nurse in compliance with all state/federal requirements. Judgment and ability to know when to notify the licensed nurse. Ability to prioritize duties. Customer service oriented with knowledge of successful customer service techniques. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Administration of medications and treatments as delegated by a licensed nurse. Follows all shift routines, policy and procedures regarding measuring of vital signs, weights and administration of medications and treatments. Follows facility medication protocols. Obtain report, getting full information on residents’ conditions and new orders. Confer with team members concerning assignments, routines, and rehabilitation of residents. Discuss with charge nurse any necessary changes. Prepare, administer and chart medications accurately, timely and safely according to policy and procedures. Count narcotics accurately with another RN, LPN or TMA. Performs non-invasive treatments as directed (i.e.: ointments, eye drops, ear drops, rectal suppositories, patches, topicals, others as direction, Ted Hose application, splint application, PROM exercises per facility policy and procedures). Utilizes pharmacy, drug references and licensed nurse for medication administration questions. About Mary Marshall Assisted Living: We provide outstanding, compassionate care to older adults with intellectual disabilities or mental illness. We are located in Arlington, VA, a wonderful city right across the Potomac River from Washington, DC! Our community is tight-knit, and we work as a team. We look out for and support our employees in all that they do, and offer a comprehensive benefits package that fosters a great work/life balance. At VOANS, we celebrate sharing, encouraging and embracing diversity. Equal employment opportunities are available to all without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We believe that blending individual strengths and unique personal differences nurtures and supports our organizations’ shared commitment to our mission and creates an inclusive and diverse environment where everyone feels valued and has the opportunity to do their personal best.
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- English
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