Compassionate Registered Medication Aide

Viva Senior Living at Chesapeake; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Viva Senior Living at Chesapeake in Chesapeake, VA is seeking a Registered Medication Aide to administer prescribed medications and document accuracy according to policy and regulations.

The role requires certification as a Resident Care Associate, adherence to care standards, attendance with training, and compassionate resident interaction, with duties including monitoring med effects and reporting changes.

Qualifications

• Must be certified as Resident Care Associate per state regulations.
• Must possess at least a high school diploma or GED.
• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English.
• Must have knowledge of state medication technique.

Responsibilities

• Administers and accurately records the administration of medications for residents as prescribed by the physician in accordance with established policies and procedures of Viva Senior Living and applicable state/federal regulations.
• Observes, records and reports symptoms and conditions of residents that could be related to medication interactions, adverse drug reactions or medication side effects.
• Determines and records effectiveness of medications in a timely and accurate manner as required by state and federal regulations and provides and promotes resident’s rights during the administration of medications.
• Stores medications in a safe and accurate manner in accordance with established policies and procedures of Viva Senior Living and applicable state/federal regulations.
• Monitors medications to ensure adequate accountability measures are taken when medications are ordered, received into the community, administered and at change of shift as required by policies and procedures of Viva Senior Living and applicable state/federal regulations.
• Routinely inspects, cleans, and monitors equipment and supplies to ensure resident safety. Reports any equipment or supply issues to the Resident Care Director for correction or repair.
• Obtains, records, and reports vital signs as indicated during the administration of medications.
• Demonstrates awareness of proper infection control practice by using Universal Precautions and following policies and procedures of the company, including OSHA’s Blood-borne Pathogen Standard.
• Communicates to residents, staff and others in accurate and factual manner and seeks clarification from or refers questions to Resident Care Director when indicated.
• Perform other duties as assigned or as listed in the Resident Care Associate job description.
• Arrive to work at the scheduled time.
• Perform other related duties as required.
• Ensures that residents and families receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere which recognizes the individuals’ needs and rights.
• Report any occupational exposures to blood, body fluids, infectious materials, and or hazardous chemicals in accordance with facility policy.
• Report work related injuries and illnesses immediately to your supervisor.
• As a condition of employment, complete all assigned training and skills competency.
• Participate in all life safety and emergency drills and trainings.
• Fulfill responsibilities as assigned during implementation or activation of the facility’s emergency plan.
• Assists with evacuation of residents in an emergency situation
• Maintain confidentiality of Protected Health Information, including verbal, written and electronic communications.
• Report non-compliance with policies, procedures, regulations, or breaches in confidentiality to appropriate personnel.
• Protect residents from abuse and cooperate with all investigations.
• Report any allegations of abuse, neglect, misappropriation of property, exploitation, or mistreatment of residents to supervisor and/or administrator.
• Report any retaliation or discrimination to the Human Resource Director and the Compliance Officer.
• Fulfill individual responsibility to report any suspicion of a crime to law enforcement and the state agency.

Skills

Resident Care Associate Certification

Medication technique knowledge

English literacy

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Viva Senior Living at Chesapeake in Chesapeake, VA is seeking a Registered Medication Aide to administer prescribed medications and document accuracy according to policy and regulations.

The role requires certification as a Resident Care Associate, adherence to care standards, attendance with training, and compassionate resident interaction, with duties including monitoring med effects and reporting changes.