What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Medication Technician position at Morningside House Senior Living?
Position Summary:
Administer oral and topical medications to residents. This individual must perform these tasks as ordered by a physician, under the supervision of a licensed nurse, and in accordance with state and federal rules and regulations. Also, must perform routine daily tasks required in maintaining the health, comfort and well‐being of the residents.
Essential Responsibilities:
- Administers medications as ordered by a physician under the supervision of a licensed nurse, in accordance with any state and federal regulations and consistent with community policy.
- Must demonstrate knowledge of “five rights” of medication administration. Administers and records all medication given to residents’ based upon their specific chart.
- May take and record vital signs of residents as assigned or as may be required by certain medications.
- Records the administration of medications and/or treatments appropriately, utilizing the computer system to enter and reference resident information as needed.
- Observes and reports any reactions and/or side effects of medications to a licensed nurse immediately.
- Administers PRN medications in accordance with state and federal regulations and consistent with facility policy
. • Ensure antiseptic techniques and good hand washing practices for infection control, as well as utilizing universal precautions are in place and practiced.
- Reports and when appropriate, records any changes observed in condition or behavior of residents and unusual incidents.
- Maintain resident confidentiality, staff confidentiality; treat staff and residents with kindness, dignity and respect.
- Comply with Resident’s Rights rules.
- May be called upon to operate as a Certified Nursing Assistant.
Qualifications/Skills/Educational Requirements:
- A High School Diploma or General Education Degree; or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. PA Medication Course
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