Med Tech/Caregiver

The Medication Technician plays an integral role in the success of our team, our community and creating a place our residents are proud to call home. The primary purpose of this position is to administer medications with the scope of your license and provide assigned residents with daily resident care and services as directed/instructed and in accordance with established a care plan.

Essential Job Functions

• Medication Technician works under the general supervision of a licensed nurse.
• Assist / administer medications according to health care provider instructions following the Medication Administration Record and within the scope of your license.
• Maintain accurate documentation of medication administration, medication effectiveness and any noted side effects, in accordance with established policy and procedures, standards of care and applicable state/federal regulations. Report any adverse reactions or side effects to supervisor or Director of Nursing.
• Performs personal care activities including bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, skin care/nail care, oral hygiene, shaving, dressing, and others as directed/requested.
• Assists in dining rooms as assigned to provide resident care and monitoring.
• Initiates and participates in leisure activities provided for residents. Encourages residents to socialize and participate in planned activities or programs and to develop friendships with other residents.
• Observes and reports the health and emotional condition of each resident, promptly reporting all changes to the nurse. Report significant events that occur during shift.
• Responds promptly, courteously and appropriately to resident requests for assistance.
• Promote personal safety and a safe environment for residents by observing infection control, blood borne pathogens, fire safety, hazardous materials, and other safety practices, following facility guidelines, and reporting unsafe situations to the nurse.
• Assist residents in preparing for app...