CMT, PT, 1st and 2nd Shifts

SUMMARY:
Responsible for preparing, administering and charting oral, topical and suppository drugs. Performs pulse and blood pressure measurements and administers PRN drugs as directed. Assists with admission, discharge and transfer procedures. Completes documentation clearly and accurately in the Medication Administration Record, Controlled Substance and Destructions logs, Resident Records and Move N. Ensures dignity and respect by using techniques learned in Life Stories Training to minimize Resident stress and maximize cooperation through dignity and empathy

QUALIFICATION STANDARDS:
A. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
The ability to prepare, administer and chart non-parenteral drugs as prescribed by a physician is required. The ability to exercise good judgment and make confident ethical decisions is essential. Must be able to effectively manage time in order to complete multiple tasks. The ability to communicate effectively in English both orally and in writing is required. May require lifting, bending and standing for long periods of time. Must possess computer skills.

B. Education
Completion of a state approved Medication Technician Training Program is required. Completion of a state approved Certified Nursing Assistant Program is required. A high school diploma or GED is preferred.

C. Experience
One year of experience as a Certified Medication Technician is preferred.

D. Certificates/Licenses
Current state Medication Technician Certification is required. Current state Certified Nursing Assistant certification is required.

Note: Must be at least 18 years of age, and able to pass both a background check and drug screen.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
The employee must be able to perform these essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation by IntegraCare Corporation without posing a direct threat to self or others.

• Perform all duties and responsibilities with a positive attitude, demonstrates impeccable ethics and integrity.

• Prepares, administers and charts oral, topical and suppository drugs as prescribed.

• Administers drugs only with a written order.

• Performs pulse and blood pressure measurements.

• Administers insulin and performs capillary glucose monitoring following completion of certification by a Certified Diabetic Educator.

• Signs and has access to the controlled schedule drug cabinet.

• Makes pertinent observations and documents changes in the residents' condition and reports them to the charge nurse or Resident Wellness Director.

• Assists with admissions, discharges and transfer procedures.

• Attends required in-service trainings and orientations.

• Returns drugs to pharmacy for credit. Disposes of outdated and discontinues medications properly and in accordance with ICC policy and DEP regulations.

• Completes all required electronic documentation in a timely manner in Move N.

• Sends pharmacy orders on fax machine.

• Performs other duties as directed by the Charge Nurse Supervisor as needed.

• Conducts tours in absence of management team members.

• Ensures that activity programming is continued in the absence of the Life Stories Director.

• Responds to Residents' requests.

• Respects Residents’ rights, dignity and privacy.

• Responds to emergency calls and attends to Residents’ needs promptly.

EQUIPMENT NECESSARY TO OPERATE TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Telephone

• CPR mask or ambu bag

• Emergency oxygen equipment

• Medication equipment (i.e., syringes, vials, etc.)

• Thermometer

• Sphygmomanometer

• Computer and MOVE N software

• Nurse Call System

• Wander Management System

• Various Lifting and Transfer Equipment

SENSORY REQUIREMENTS: REQUIRES NORMAL VISION RANGE AND HEARING ABILITY.

WORKING CONDITIONS/ENVIRONMENTAL EXPOSURES: OSHA Category I: Exposure risk through all procedures or job related tasks that involve an inherent potential for skin contact with blood, bodily fluids, spills or plashes. Handles syringes, body waste; care episodes of illness or emergency.