Company Description
Five Star Senior Living, a national healthcare and senior living provider
headquartered in Newton, Massachusetts, proudly offers the highest quality
service and care with the warmth and hospitality of home. Morningside of Williamsburg is a beautiful community in Williamsburg, VA, with more than 80 units offering assisted living and Alzheimer's care.
Job Description
t this time, we are seeking a Certified Medication Aide to join our team!
Responsibilities
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This is the job of the Medication Aide to administer oral and external
medications to residents under the direction and supervision of a registered
nurse or a licensed practical/vocational nurse.
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Follows current standards of hygiene, safety and infection control when
handling, storing and disposing of medications. -
Administers medications within 60 minutes of scheduled time.
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Takes and records vital signs upon administration of medications when
required.
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Recognizes the resident's right to refuse medication.
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Notifies the appropriate RN/LPN when making the decision not to administer
medication or treatment.
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Clarifies any order or treatment regimen believed to be inaccurate,
ineffective or contraindicated by consulting with the appropriate licensed nurse
(RN/LPN).
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Monitors residents who self-administer medications and report deviation from
the plan of care to the licensed or registered nurse.
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Secures medication cart.
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Removes discontinued, outdated or deteriorated drugs from inventory.
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Recognizes and reports unsafe conditions for medication provision.
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Accurately documents medication provision.
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Recognizes and reports general reactions to medications.
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Recognizes the limitations of the Medication Aide role.
Qualifications
Graduate of a state approved nursing assistant training program and passed a
state approved competency examination, licensed by the Commonwealth of Virginia
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Successful completion of a state approved Medication Aide course and is
approved to administer oral and external medication.
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Ability to perform medication administration in accordance with state
regulations.
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Strong communication skills.
Additional Information
Please apply on our website: www.careers.fivestarseniorliving.com.
