Skilled Nursing Medication Administration Assistant (Not CBRF certificate)
Job Type
Full Time (FTE : 1.0) / Day Shift
Wage
$19.95 - $22.12
SIGN ON BONUS
Full Time $600
Job Type
Hourly Non Exempt
Note
Must be current, active on the Wisconsin C.N.A. registry with eligibility to distribute medication in a Skilled Nursing Facility (This is different than the CBRF Medication Administration Certificate)
St. Anne's
3800 N 92nd St, Milwaukee, WI 53222
St. Anne's, an Illuminus Community, offers skilled nursing and assisted living care in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. While our convenient location on Milwaukee's northwest side provides easy access to downtown and nearby communities, our attractive, multi-acre campus features a pond, pavilion, and numerous patios which make it easy to forget you're in the heart of the city.
Located in the center of our community is a large, beautiful chapel, serving as a reminder of our mission and faith-based values,
Established in 1876, St. Anne's has served seniors in the Milwaukee area for nearly 150 years. We honor this legacy each day by providing exceptional care and compassionate support to those we serve.
Illuminus
www.illuminus.us / careers
Illuminus owns and manages a multitude of senior living communities. We make lives better for older adults. It's at the heart of who we are.
Through proven strategies, smart stewardship, and collaborative leadership, we help each organization grow and succeed in its own way to brighten the lives of others.
Since 1969, we have been dedicated to serving the needs of older adults. We've created a caring, nurturing, faith-based community where everyone is welcome.
We believe that no matter our situation, we are all the same. We are here to live with love.
JOB SUMMARY :
The Medication Administration Assistant, under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse, prepares, administers and records medications as directed and per policy.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS :
- Maintains and actively promotes effective communication with all individuals.
- Maintains a positive image of the entity in the community keeping in alignment with our mission, vision, and values.
- Responsible for on-call services, as assigned.
- Administers medications as prescribed and per healthcare policy.
- Performs all necessary related functions, such as blood pressure checks and pulses in conjunction with the medication pass as needed.
- Communicates changes in a resident's condition to the nurse immediately and accurately.
- Successfully completes required educational units annually.
- Attends training sessions, staff meeting and in-services to stay current with information regarding drug therapies and healthcare processes.
- Performs other duties, as assigned.
Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS :
- Commitment to quality outcomes and services for all individuals.
- Ability to relate well to all individuals.
- Ability to maintain and protect the confidentiality of information.
- Ability to exercise independent judgment and make sound decisions.
- Ability to adapt to change.
EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING :
- Minimum age of 18 years old is required.
- High school graduate or high school equivalency diploma.
- Successful completion and certification of the State of Wisconsin approved Mediation Administration Assistant training program.
- Be current on the State of Wisconsin nurse aide directory.
- Be current on the federal nurse aid directory.
- A Licensed Practical Nurse may be employed as a Medication Administration Assistant when successfully completing the required educational units annually and maintaining licensure with the State of Wisconsin.