What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medication Technician- Labor Pool, Smithfield position at 101 Riverside Hospital, Inc.?
Smithfield, Virginia Riverside Lifelong Health & Rehabilitation Smithfield; Assisted Living: Opportunities Available: Labor Pool * Some weekend shifts may be required * Overview Works under the supervision of Nursing Supervisor/Manager and is ultimately responsible to the Director of Assisted Living. CMT/CNA performs tasks essential to the direct care of the resident according to the facility policy and procedures, regulatory requirements defined by Department of Social Services for Assisted Living Facilities and Scope of Practice as defined by the Department of Social Services for Assisted Living Facilities and the Department of Health for SNFs and NFs. Responsibilities include, but is not limited to, medication administration, vitals, personal care, and nutrition support. What you will do Administers and documents the medications and treatments, according to the scheduled times, following the medication administration protocol Maintains confidentiality of resident and fellow employee’s information Maintains the cleanliness, organization, and restocking of the Med room and Med cart Obtains accurate vital signs and weights Reports changes in behavior, activities of daily living or other signs/symptoms of change in condition to nursing leader and/or provider as appropriate. Acts within the scope of Certified Nursing Assistant and Registered Medication Aide in Assisted Living. Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor or other management staff Requirements Certified Nurse Aid (CNA) - Virginia Department of Health Professions (VDHP) Required Medication Aide - Virginia Department of Health Professions (VDHP) Required Certification: CPR/BLS (within 30 days of hire) required. First Aid (within 30 days of hire) required. To learn more about being a team member with Riverside Health System visit us at https://www.riversideonline.com/careers. If loving your work is important to you, consider a career at Riverside. By joining our team, you can make a difference in people's lives. Our mission is to care for others as we would care for those we love. We extend that sense of caring to every patient, resident and customer, as well as to each member of our team. We offer care at all stages of life, in hundreds of locations, giving you room to grow your career, along with great benefits and perks.
