What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medication Aide - River's Edge position at Senior Resource Group, LLC?
Company Description
- Hiring full time PM shift - Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday, 145PM - 1015PM
- Wage - $18.50 per hour
For over 30 years, Senior Resource Group (SRG) has been an innovator in senior living across the U.S. At River's Edge, we embrace wellness as a way of life. We have created an environment that addresses the senior's physical, social, mental and spiritual well-being. River's Edge is dedicated to be a place that meets the changing needs of the seniors that call us their home.
Job Description
- Responsible for the safe administration of medications ensuring the 6 rights of medication administration are followed.
- Count and document all narcotics that are administered to residents.
- Responsible for the total inventory of medications at the community; including but not limited to ordering medications, receiving and verifying medications, storing and dating medications, removing expired or discontinued medications, and notifying the proper parties when medication supply is low.
- Notice discrepancies regarding medication inventory and report to the appropriate parties.
- Responsible for daily cleaning of all medicine carts at end of shift and restocking as needed.
- Responsible for verifying all current MARs are compared to new MARs at change over time.
- Provide personal care to residents to residents as needed, including bathing, skin care, oral hygiene, grooming, dressing, incontinence care, and eating.
- Document appropriate information in the daily log as required.
Qualifications
Level of Formal Education: A High School Diploma or General Education Degree; or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Years of Experience: 1 months of experience
Type of Experience: Senior Living preferred
Special Certifications: Current Medication Technician certification depending on state regulations
Language Skills: Acceptable proficiency in English to perform job duties, communicate with supervisor and other employees, and respond and communicate to emergency situations.
Technical Competencies: Basic computer proficiency to include Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
Skills and Ability:
- Excellent interpersonal and communications skills.
- Superior time management skills.
Personal Attributes:
- Strong team player and a passion for helping seniors
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Senior Resource Group is an equal employment opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws, and we prohibit harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. We comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws, including but not to limited, respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. Completing an application does not guarantee that you will be offered a position.
Note to Applicants: Smoking is prohibited in all indoor areas of Senior Resource Group unless designated smoking areas have been established by a particular office in accordance with applicable state and local law.
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