AMAP-Pepperberry

TWO MEN AND A TRUCK®; Chester (WV); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with company match

Paid Time Off

Health/Dental/Vision Insurance

Paid Training

Paid Tuition Program

Call-In incentive

Job summary

The Orchards is seeking an AMAP to administer medications to assisted living residents at Pepperberry Suites under the supervision of the Supervising AMAP RN.

You will work as part of a team, maintain proper documentation, communicate concerns, and ensure medications are stored and dispensed correctly.

Applicants should have a High School diploma or GED and complete annual state mandated training; The Orchards is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED; complete annual state mandated training requirements.

Responsibilities

• The AMAP administers medications to assisted living residents under the supervision of the Supervising AMAP RN.
• Maintains communication with the Supervising AMAP RN and notifies of any concerns.
• Ensures that medications are stored and documented properly and adheres to regulations.

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

As part of The Orchards team, you can help our residents experience the best service and quality care during their nursing home, assisted living, rehab and independent living stays. At The Orchards, we care for mind, bodies and souls.

Benefits

• 401k with company match
• Paid Time Off
• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Paid Training
• Paid Tuition Program
• Call-In incentive

Summary

The AMAP performs their duties under the supervision and authorization of the Supervising AMAP RN. The primary responsibility of the position is the administration of medications to the assisted living residents at Pepperberry Suites.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Teamwork with the following and all other duties and responsibilities assigned.

• The AMAP maintains communication with the Supervising AMAP RN who is notified immediately if there is any issue of concern.

Issues of concern may be but are not limited to:

• Any change in sign or symptoms is noticed
• The pharmacy label does not match the MAR
• Disposal of medication is needed
• Medications appear unusual
• Any deviation of the six rights of medication administration
• New prescriptions are brought in, written or filled
• Medications are discontinued
• A resident refuses a medication and/or the inability of the AMAP to awaken a resident resulting in a missed dose of medication
• There is any question about an as needed medication
• There is any doubt or question about any part of the medication administration process
• Medications that are not available at the prescribed time
• Ensures that medication cabinets/drawers contain only currently prescribed medications. Destroys outdated and discontinued medications with the Nursing Supervisor in accordance with all regulations.
• Ensures that resident’s medications are re-ordered in a timely manner and are available for scheduled and as needed administration.
• Must be familiar with and understand the medication delivery system used which includes: individual tablets or capsules in individual foil sealed bubbles with between 30 and 120 tablets per individual drug card for each individual drug; individual prescription bottles containing tablets, capsules, eye drops or ointments each labeled as directed by law for each individual resident for each drug; pharmacy labeled liquid containers individualized for each resident; minimal over the counter containers labeled with each individual resident’s name for each container and for each drug.
• Ensures that all medications are stored in compliance with all federal and state laws and regulations.
• AMAP must keep the medication system key on their person while on duty.
• AMAP must complete all required documentation and records on an on-going basis.
• Follows all regulations and requirements pertaining to unlicensed personnel for appropriate preparation and administration of medication.

Education And/or Experience

High School diploma or General Education Degree (GED); Complete annual state mandated training requirements (Regular In-services as well as any external training).

The Orchards is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, disability that can be reasonably accommodated without undue hardship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, citizenship, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status.