POSITION SUMMARY
Cares for residents in the retirement and nursing community under direction of nursing and medical staff, by performing the following duties:
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The following duties are normal for this position. This list is not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.
• Obtains and records patient's vital signs and weight.
• Administers and documents medications given by following specifically written physician’s orders, including oral, topical, and suppository medications, as well as eye and ear drops
• Interviews patient to determine medical problem/condition and documents in chart for physician.
• Compliance - Participates in all in-service programs to expand and develop abilities. Maintains compliance to all personnel policies, established community policies and procedures, and Federal and State regulations and standards, including but not limited to HIPAA privacy and confidentiality laws. Understands and implements the Fire Safety and Disaster Preparedness Plan and evacuation procedures of the community during drills and actual emergencies.
• Performs various treatments not requiring license nurse (hot/cold applications, vital signs, weights, etc.) Uses procedure manual to verify correct techniques and practices standard precautions.
• Observes, records, and reports observations such as unexpected and untoward effects from medications.
• Takes vital signs as needed prior to administration of certain medications.
• Provides direct resident care (See CNA Job Description). Functions as a CNA when not assigned to administer medications.
• Develops and maintains courteous and professional relationships with residents, visitors, and co-workers.
• Performs other tasks as assigned by supervisor.
• Other duties as assigned by Supervisor.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
• None
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Educational Requirements and Experience:
• High School Diploma or GED strongly preferred and may be required per state regulations.
• An active CNA License in good standing or at least one year of related experience in a medical environment preferred.
• Must be certified as a Medication Technician in the state within which services are provided and have current CPR Certification.
The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the employer will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
