Medication Assistant, Certified (MAC) - Starting $18/hr
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Summary of DutiesResponsible for limited medication administration tasks and providing residents with routine daily nursing care and services in accordance with the resident's Medication Administration Record (MAR), resident's assessment and plan of care and as directed.Essential Job Functions

Perform limited medication administration tasks as delegated by a licensed nurse

Provide nursing care to residents including activities of daily living

Compare the resident's physician's order and the MAR

Verify the order matches the MAR

Verify the order, MAR, and the medication pack match

Document appropriately on the MAR/ EMAR

Keep resident rooms and resident care areas clean and neat

Participate in the orientation of new residents to facility

Document care as instructed and required

Report all changes in the resident's condition (i.e., areas of redness, skin tears, bruising, mental status change, eating habits, etc.) to the Nurse Supervisor/Charge Nurse as soon as practical

Check each resident routinely to ensure that his/her personal care needs are being met

Assist in transporting resident to/from dining room, therapy, activity and social programs, etc., as necessary. Encourage resident to participate in activity programs

Perform restorative and rehabilitative procedures as instructed

Assist with lifting, turning, moving, positioning, and transporting residents into and out of beds, chairs, bathtubs, wheelchairs, lifts, etc., as necessary, utilizing facility technique

Perform other duties as directed and assume additional responsibilities as assigned

Responsibilities

Treat all residents fairly, with kindness, dignity, and respect

Report all grievances and complaints voiced by residents or family to the nursing supervisor and/or charge nurse

Report all allegations of resident abuse, neglect and/or misappropriation of resident property promptly to charge nurse

Assure work area is maintained in a clean and safe manner and that necessary equipment and supplies are maintained to perform required duties

Participate in staff development programs and staff meetings

Create and maintain an atmosphere of warmth, personal interest, and positive emphasis, as well as a calm environment

Maintain established organizational policies and procedures, safety, environmental standards and infection control procedures

Report all unsafe/hazardous conditions and/or defective equipment immediately

Report occupational exposures to blood, body fluids, infectious materials, and hazardous chemicals to the supervisor

Maintain confidentiality of resident information and respects residents' privacy and dignity

Adhere to work assignments and work schedules

Maintain a neat appearance and adhere to dress code

Comply with Corporate Compliance Program

Education Must be a Certified Nursing Assistant. Must successfully complete a board-approved Medication Assistant, Certified (MAC) education program and hold a Medication Assistant certification. High school diploma or equivalent preferred. ExperienceCertified Nursing Assistant experience preferred.Specific Requirements

Must be a Certified Nursing Assistant

Must hold a Medication Assistant certification

Must be able to demonstrate basic computer skills within thirty days of employment

Must be able to read, write and speak the English language

Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action

Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public

Must work harmoniously with other personnel

Must be able to relate information concerning a resident's condition

Must possess flexibility

Must be able to follow oral and written instructions

Must demonstrate sensitivity to the special needs of residents