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Medication AideLo-Har Senior Living • El Cajon, CA, United States
Medication Aide

Medication Aide

Lo-Har Senior Living • El Cajon, CA, United States
2 days ago
Salary
$19.50 hourly
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Medication Aide

Lo Har Senior Living is currently seeking a Medication Aide to join our team of dedicated professionals who want to make a difference in the lives of our residents, their families, and our community. We are guided by our CAPLICO Core Values:

Celebration

Accountability

Passion for Learning

Love One Another

Intelligent Risk Taking

Customer Second (Employee First!)

Ownership

Position Summary:

The Medications Aide administers prescribed medications and treatments to residents who need assistance in accordance with state regulatory stipulations and requirements for safe administration. Observes the resident taking the medication, notes effects including any unexpected or adverse effects, correctly documents the required information in the residents' medication administration records, communicates any concerns or observations with the Wellness Director, Wellness Coordinator, or designated personnel.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

Ensures the CAPLICO Core Values and Code of Conduct are adhered to at all times.

Ensures compliance with Resident Rights and HIPAA policies at all times.

Administers resident medications and treatments as assigned and in compliance with all state regulations and community policies/procedures.

Administers medications to one resident at a time and observes resident taking medication. Observes for additional care needs or changes in resident's usual behavior, condition, or functional abilities. Reports observations to the Wellness Director in a timely manner.

Seeks direction from the Wellness Director for any treatment or medication orders that are unfamiliar or are different from prior orders.

Respects resident's right to refuse medication. Investigates the president's decision to refuse and reports refusal to the Wellness Director.

Consistently utilizes Standard Precautions and follows infection control procedures.

Responds promptly to requests for PRN medications; observes for effectiveness.

Regularly performs a medication cart audit to re-stock supplies, check for expired medications, clean the cart, check PRN meds for adequate supply, identify PRN meds not being used by the resident (notifies Wellness Director), and check each drawer for loose pills.

Protects residents' rights and confidential information according to state and federal laws. Provides social and emotional support, including sensitivity to resident needs for privacy, and encourages resident independence.

Observes for signs of resident abuse or neglect. Takes immediate action to prevent harm and to report incidents according to company policy and state law.

Interacts and communicates with residents and families in a respectful manner. Refers family to the Wellness Director for service/care concerns.

Education and Experience Requirements:

Must possess, at a minimum, a High School Diploma or Equivalent.

Must have current CPR/First Aid certifications.

Completion of state approved Caregiver program, as required by state regulation.

Must meet age requirements according to community policy and state regulations.

Prior direct care and/or Medication Aide experience preferred.

Pay Range:

$19.50 - $20.50 hourly or DOE

We are an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics.

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