MEDICATION ASSISTANT

Medication Assistant

Assists with medications and maintains compliance with all state and federal regulations and the standards of HRA.

Checks each of the six (6) rights of medication administration three (3) different times : (1) When the medication is taken out of the med cart or cabinet; (2) Immediately before assisting with the medication; (3) Immediately after assisting with the medication.

Assists with medications to residents according to their Medication Observation Record (MOR)

Documents clearly and accurately on the MOR after a medication is taken or given, refused, held, discontinued, changed, disposed of, returned, in accordance with policy

Maintains a neat, clean, organized med cart / cabinet and restocks as needed

Provides residents with any treatments required as part of their individual service plan

Provides residents assistance with Activities of Daily Living (ADL) while recognizing the importance of their dignity and respect at all times.

Promotes and protects the rights to safe, prompt, and confidential treatment

Answers and responds immediately to resident calls

Respects the resident's right to refuse medication and / or treatment

Explains to the resident what medication is being given and why, prior to assisting with or administering the medication

Observes the resident for any adverse reaction to the medication and reports to the DRC and / or supervisor immediately

Reports any and all medication errors honestly and immediately

Seeks assistance and advice from supervisor immediately if there are any doubts or questions when assisting with or administering medications or treatments

Responds to on-the-job injuries in accordance with policy

Notifies supervisor of any concerns or questions presented by the resident's family member(s)

Adheres to universal precautions and all other infection control guidelines

Disposes infectious and / or potentially infectious waste according to OSHA regulations

Demonstrates respectful behavior in all interactions with residents, families, staff and other visitors to the community

Performs specific work duties as assigned by supervisor

Demonstrates knowledge of emergency procedures

Meets or exceeds health standards for appearance, sanitation and hygiene

The ability to work in a safe and alert manner

The ability to take ownership for associate's safety and the safety of the residents

Must disclose any medication that might impair associate's ability to perform the job safely or competently

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