Med Tech - 3p-11p

Job Description

Job Description

Description :

RESPONSIBILITIES / ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Responsible for the accurate and timely distribution and documentation of medication for residents in accordance with each resident’s physician’s orders and applicable regulations.
• Assist residents in maintaining their total wellbeing by following the established Plan of Care, providing assistance with activities of daily living, social activities, dietary assistance, and Viva Senior Living’s philosophies.
• Supervise and care for residents on daily basis according to residents’ needs
• Aid with activities of daily living
• Assistance with bathing, shower, and shampoo if necessary
• Help with dressing, oral hygiene, shaving, hair and fingernail care if needed
• Observe, supervise, and record resident self-administration of prescribed medications
• Report refusals and / or reactions to supervisor on duty
• Direct residents and family members to appropriate staff for other needs or information
• Order meal trays for residents when needed
• Report and record observations of changes in residents’ condition to director or supervisor in the daily logbook. Transfer relevant information to the next shift through the shift-to-shift verbal report
• Implement personal care plans for each resident
• Be patient and understanding in communicating with staff, residents, and visitors. Speak slowly and clearly. Refer families to director or supervisor regarding status of residents when unsure of status
• Provide assistance in dining room as needed
• Administer medication as directed by supervisor
• Answer emergency calls promptly and courteously, complete required paperwork afterward
• Retrieve soiled linen and personal clothing from resident living areas. Sort and pre-soak linens as required before processing through washing machines
• Responsible for general upkeep and cleanliness of a resident’s room. Empty waste baskets, wipe up spills, wash dishes, put away clothes, check refrigerator for spoiled food, and make beds, change linens
• Check for unsecured throw rugs and extension cords
• Observe condition of room / apartment and report anything in need of repair to maintenance
• Document clearly and objectively on residents in logbook and on other documents
• Participate in in-service educational programs as required by the community and state
• Perform other duties as required

Requirements :

ANNUAL HEALTH REQUIREMENTS :

PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS :