Care/Medication Technician

LakeHouse Senior Living; Newburgh (IN); On-site; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

A senior living community in Newburgh, IN is seeking a Care/Medication Technician to provide essential support and care to residents. This entry-level position requires a caring attitude and the ability to handle medication administration and daily living activities. A comprehensive benefits package is offered, promoting a rewarding career in a positive work environment.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age.
• Previous experience working with seniors preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for monitoring a designated group of residents.
• Documents symptoms and condition changes of residents.
• Promotes physical safety and independence of residents.

Skills

Caring attitude towards seniors

Documentation skills

Ability to follow care protocols

Education

High School diploma/GED

Certified Nurse’s Aid certification

CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

Job description

Care/Medication Technician – LakeHouse Senior Living

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About LakeHouse Senior Living

LakeHouse Senior Living, part of the Discovery Senior Living family, manages care- and lifestyle-focused senior living communities across Indiana, Illinois, Wisconsin, Pennsylvania, Ohio, and Michigan. Our company, built on our “Pillars of Excellence,” employs thousands of vital Team Members committed to providing a positive work environment and culture that recognizes their value in delivering excellent care for residents.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for a designated group of residents during the shift; knows where they are and physically checks on them throughout the shift.
• Observes, reports and documents symptoms and conditions of residents for changes in condition such as skin, behavior, alertness, weight, dietary and participation in activities.
• Responds to security system and resident call bells promptly.
• Notifies supervisor and/or Health Care Coordinator if a resident has increased care needs.
• Assists with continence management and disposes of all continence products properly to ensure sanitation of resident suite and community restrooms.
• Serves and collects food trays and assists as needed; reports refusal of meals or loss of appetite.
• Maintains cleanliness of resident’s room and work areas.
• Practices good standard care precautions of cleanliness, hygiene and health.
• Helps residents maintain independence, promotes dignity and physical safety of each resident.
• Actively participates/leads and assists residents with activities of daily living (i.e. bathing, dressing, toileting, grooming, ambulation, transferring, eating) as instructed.
• Engages residents in life skills and other enrichment activities.
• Greets and assists all internal and external customers, guests, family members, residents, vendors and team members.
• Does resident laundry as assigned and needed.

Medication Tech Duties

• Reviews service plan to learn pertinent information about residents.
• Assists/observes medications and treatments for each resident using the medication observation record and the Six Rights of Medication Pass.
• Documents and initials form as medications are given including appropriate documentation for refusal or missed doses.
• Maintains confidentiality of all resident information including medication.
• Reports all resident concerns made while assisting resident with the medication to the Nurse and/or Health Care Coordinator (HCC).
• Restocks medication cart after all medication passes.
• Assists in checking medication regardless of packaging system.
• Counts all narcotics with another Medication Care Manager or Nurse each shift.
• Maintains and cleans the Medication Room, medication charts, treatment carts for neatness, cleanliness, availability of medications and expired medications.
• Follows re-fill process for medications.
• Participates in the development of the Service Plan and monthly updates.
• Takes and records temperature, blood pressure, weight, pulse and respiration rates.
• Reports occupational exposures to blood, body fluids, infectious materials, sharp sticks and hazardous chemicals immediately.
• Other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.

Qualifications

• Certified Nurse’s Aid certification preferred.
• High School diploma/GED.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• CPR Certification preferred.
• First Aid Certification preferred.
• Previous experience working with seniors preferred.

Benefits

In addition to a rewarding career and competitive salary, LakeHouse offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurances, paid time off, paid holidays, a 401(k) plan with company match, Employee Assistance Program, and accident insurance policies.

Job Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Health Care Provider

EOE D/V

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JOB CODE: 1004067