What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medication Technician (Extended Care) - Part Time (64) - Nights position at Adventist Health?
Centered in the heart of Yuba-Sutter County, Adventist Health and Rideout has been one of the area's leading healthcare providers since 1907. We are comprised of a 221-bed hospital, 21 physician clinics, home care services, comprehensive cancer care and a vast scope of award-winning services located throughout Marysville and the surrounding areas. The allure of Marysville's community is complimented by its proximity to major metropolitan cities in the Bay Area and Sacramento, as well as just a quick drive to Lake Tahoe.
Job Summary:
Performs routine duties in caring for residents and assists residents with medications under direction of nurse manager. Assists with medication and treatment services within scope of regulatory guidelines.
Job Requirements:
Education and Work Experience:
- High School Education/GED or equivalent: Preferred
- Associate’s/Technical Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience: Preferred
- Two years' experience in an assisted living or skill nursing facility: Preferred
Licenses/Certifications:
- First Aid Certification: Required
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification: Preferred
- Basic Life Support (BLS OR HS-BLS OR RQI BLS) certification: Required
- First Aide (FA): Required
Essential Functions:
- Assists residents with medications within scope of regulatory requirements under the supervision of the nurse manger. Acts as a departmental resource and assists in resolving problems of the unit with the nurse manager.
- Verifies patient identity and records medicine given, dosage and time of administration in patient medical records. Collects non-invasive body fluid specimens and observes patient to detect response to medication.
- Serves as mentor to a new caregiver by providing orientation, assisting with training and making recommendations to nursing administration and nurse manger. Participates in Quality Assurance Programs.
- Assists in scheduling daily assignments sheets and assures completion of all assigned charting and daily responsibilities of resident care. May assist with medication inventory or stockroom maintenance.
- Assists with stripping and making residents’ beds, resident laundry, serving meals and bussing tables during mealtimes.
- Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Organizational Requirements:
Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.
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