LPN

JOB OVERVIEW

The LPN Medication Care Manager is responsible for providing the highest degree of quality care and services by administering medication and treatments in a safe organized manner. Responsibilities include but are not limited to administration of medications, documentation of medication administration, conducting SHUs, and providing resident care while demonstrating the Mission for Sunrise Senior Living, “to champion the quality of life for all seniors” in accordance with federal, state/provincial, and local laws, standards and regulations and Sunrise Senior Living policies to promote the highest degree of quality care and services to our residents.

RESPONSIBILITIES & QUALIFICATIONS

Essential Duties

As a part of the Sunrise team, supporting our Mission, Principles of Service and Core Values is a fundamental part of this job. Our foundational belief is the sacred value of human life. The unique responsibilities for this role include but are not limited to the essential functions listed as follows:

Medication Administration

• Provide the highest degree of quality care and services by administering medication and treatments in a safe organized manner.
• Review, read, notate, and initial the electronic health record to document and learn about pertinent information about residents.
• Receive medication updates from Resident Care Director (RCD) or Wellness Nurse.
• Administer, assist with, and observe medications and treatments for each resident using the medication administration record and the Six Rights of Medication Pass (“Right” resident, medication, dosage, time, route, right to refuse).
• Ensure that medications are passed according to times utilizing a mobile medication cart.
• Document and initial as medications are given and ensure that appropriate documentation is completed for refusal or missed doses.
• Maintain confidentiality of all resident information including resident medication among other residents.
• Report all resident concerns and unavailable medication while administering the medication to the RCD or Wellness Nurse.
• Restock medication cart after all medication passes.
• Assist in checking medication regardless of packaging system.
• Assess the residents to determine need for “as needed medication” and appropriately document and report to supervisor.
• Count all narcotics with another Medication Care Manager (MCM) or Lead Care Manager (LCM) each shift and report discrepancies to the RCD or Wellness Nurse.
• Maintain and clean the Medication Room, medication carts, and treatment carts for neatness, cleanliness, availability of medications, and expired medications.
• Follow re-fill process for medications.
• Help residents maintain independence and promote dignity and physical safety of each resident adhering to the Sunrise Principles of Service.
• Strive to understand and respond to each resident with empathy, always remaining mindful of the resident’s unique communication patterns, history, and basic human needs.
• Practice routinely good standard care precautions of cleanliness, hygiene, and health.
• Audit medication carts.

Resident Care

• Notify RCD of any resident and/or family concerns.
• Attend and actively participates in daily Cross Over meetings facilitated by the LCM.
• Conduct Service and Health Updates as directed by RCD.
• Participate in the development of the Individualized Service Plans (ISP).
• Transcribe orders.

Risk Management and General Safety

• Partner with community team to ensure community is in compliance with national/provincial regulations pertaining to occupational health and safety requirements, promoting Risk Management programs and policies, and adhering to safety rules and regulations.
• Practice safety procedures at all times including Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), fire extinguishers, Safety Data Sheets (SDS), and Lockout Tagout procedures.
• Report all accidents/incidents immediately.
• Report all unsafe and hazardous conditions/equipment immediately.
• Ensure any cords, carts, equipment, and other hazards are always kept out of the way, not blocking exits, and in compliance with fire codes.
• Comply with all infection control techniques, placement of bio-hazard containers, removal techniques, procedures, and policies.
• Understand and practice the proper method of attending to and disposing of, and the possibility of exposure to, blood borne pathogens, bodily fluids, infectious waste, sharp sticks, and hazardous materials.
• Report occupational exposures to blood, body fluids, infectious materials, sharp sticks and hazardous chemicals immediately.
• Ensure oxygen tanks are stored safely, exchange guest/resident’s tanks when empty, and monitor to make sure liters of oxygen are at prescribed levels.

Training and Contributing to Team Success

• Participate as a member of a team and commit to working toward team goals.
• Demonstrate in daily interactions with others, our Team Member Credo.
• Commit to serving our residents and guests through our Principles of Service.
• Contribute to the overall engagement programs and processes (customer and team member engagement) including participating in the team member engagement survey and engagement improvement planning workshops.
• Attend regular meetings; Town Hall, Department Team, Cross Over, Medication Technician and others as directed by the Supervisor/Department Coordinator.
• Attend regular training by RCD and neighborhood coordinators.
• May be designated as shift supervisor.
• May supervise other medication care managers.
• Maintain compliance in assigned required training and all training required by state/province or other regulating authorities as applicable to this role to ensure that Sunrise standards are always met.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Core Competencies

• Ability to make choices and decisions and act in the resident’s best interest
• Ability to react and remain calm in difficult situations
• Ability to handle multiple priorities
• Possess written and verbal skills for effective communication and level of understanding
• Demonstrate good judgment, problem solving and decision-making skills

Experience and Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed throughout this job description are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required.

• LPN, LVN, or state/province specific licensed nurse credential
• In states/provinces where appropriate, must maintain certifications
• Maintain the following certifications and ongoing training and re-education as required by Sunrise and state/provincial regulations:

o CPR and First Aid

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Previous experience working with seniors preferred
• Desire to serve and care for seniors
• As applicable, all Sunrise team members who drive a Sunrise vehicle must sign the Driver job description and understand the key essential duties for safety and regulatory compliance