What are the responsibilities and job description for the MEDICATION AIDE position at Mission Senior Living?
Job Details
Description
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Practices in accordance with the regulations of the state.
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Receives report from the previous shift and Med Aide.
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Maintains physicians orders in accordance with policy.
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Communicates appropriately with all care partners and utilizes appropriate communication tools.
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Completes appropriate documentation each shift.
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Demonstrates knowledge of infection control and universal precautions.
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Reports deficiencies observed in resident apartments clothing/linen and community to administrator. Completes Incident Report form as needed for any unusual occurrence.
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Observes and communicates any changes in resident physical or mental status as directed.
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Is thoroughly familiar with fire, missing persons and other emergency procedures.
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Avoids loss, breakage, and waste of supplies and equipment. Maintains a neat and orderly Medication Room.
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Maintains resident record for each resident including but not limited to, obtaining current physician orders, clarifying orders, and alert and monthly charting.
Qualifications
Job Qualifications:
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Free of non-treated communicable disease.
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Holds current CPR/First Aid Certification
Physical Demands:
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Ability to push, pull, and lift at least 50lbs.
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Ability to bend, squat, and climb stairs.
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Ability to continuously walk or stand.
Universal Precautions:
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Potential exposure to blood and bodily fluids.
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Potential exposure to communicable diseases.
Salary : $17 - $18
