JOB TITLE: Medication Aide DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:* Administer and document regularly prescribed medications to residents in accordance with the Resident Care Plan Order medication from the pharmacy when necessary Monitor orders to ensure on time delivery Reports any resident reactions to medication being administered to the Director of Nursing Be able to perform job responsibilities in an outside/inside environment Other duties as assigned During emergencies, such as heart attack, accidents, or any other situation requiring immediate medical attention, dial 911 to initiate 911 and summon paramedics. Practice positive relations; respond to resident and family inquires and concerns or problems. Communicate about resident’s condition between and among shifts and document accordingly in communication book and if necessary, resident notes. Maintain and protect the confidentiality of resident information. Practice positive employee relations. Practice infection control policies and procedures. Comply with universal precautions. Inform supervisor of any real potential infection control concerns. Practice all safety and loss prevention policies; adhere to safety rules and regulations. Take remedial action when necessary. Attend in-service as required. Knowledge, Abilities and Experience: Home health experience is preferred but not required for the position. Must enjoy working with the seniors and be able to accept constructive criticism. Ability to handle emergency situations and to receive verbal and/or written directives Medication Aide experience Physical Specifications: Ability to lift a resident with assistance of one person, stand for extended periods of time and may be required to climb stairs, carry, push, lift, reach, walk and grasp. The worker is subject to environment conditions. All duties and responsibilities listed are essential job functions. Marginal functions that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties have been excluded. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job related duties requested by their supervisor. Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, incumbent will possess the mental abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Job Types: Full-time Job Type: Full-time Pay: From $15.00 per hour Benefits: Health insurance Paid time off Schedule: 8 hour shift License/Certification: Driver's License (Preferred) Work Location: In person

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