Medication Aide (Med Tech) 11pm to 7am

Under the supervision of the Licensed Nurse, The Registered Medication Aide administers medications as prescribed by the resident's physician and documents the administration, the medication effectiveness and any noted adverse actions or side effects of the medications in accordance with the established policies and procedures, current standards of practice and care and applicable state/federal regulations.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Understands and agrees with the facility philosophy and goal to maintain, improve and/or enhance each resident's quality of care and quality of life.

2. Administers and accurately records the administration of medications for residents as prescribed by the physician in accordance with established policies and procedures and applicable state/federal regulations.

3. Observes, records and reports to the Licensed Nurse symptoms and conditions of residents that could be related to medication interactions, adverse drug reactions or medication side effects.

4. Determines and records effectiveness of medications in a timely and accurate manner as required by state and federal regulations.

5. Provides and promotes resident's rights during the administration of medications.

6. Stores medications in a safe and accurate manner in accordance with established policies and procedures and applicable state/federal regulations.

7. Monitors medications to ensure adequate accountability measures are taken when medications are ordered, received into the facility, administered and at change of shift as required by policies and procedures and applicable state/federal regulations.

8. Routinely inspects, cleans and monitors equipment and supplies to ensure resident safety. Reports any equipment or supply issues to the Licensed Nurse for correction or repair.

9. Obtains, records and reports vital signs as indicated during the administration of medications.

10. Demonstrates awareness of proper infection control practice by using Universal Precautions and following policies and procedures, including Blood-borne Pathogen Standards and the facility's Exposure Control Plan.

11. Communicates to residents, staff and others in accurate and factual manner and seeks clarification from or refers questions to Licensed Nurse when indicated.

12. The Registered Medication Aide is also required to perform duties of a Certified Nurse Assistant or Personal Care Assistant.

13. Perform other duties as assigned.

This position requires the candidate:

• Have a current, unencumbered, active license to practice as a Registered Medication Aide in the Commonwealth of Virginia.

• Have a current first aid, CPR certification, or acquire certification within 60 days of hire.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $ $27.62 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings