Medication Technician

Trustwell Living, LLC; Dubuque (IA); On-site; USD 51,577,000 - 63,039,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full medical benefits

Paid Time Off

Flexible schedule with every other

Every other weekend off

Job summary

Trustwell Living, LLC in Dubuque, IA is seeking a Qualified Medication Aide to join our caring team. You will assist residents with medications as ordered, document activities, and help maintain a safe and respectful living environment.

The role requires completion of a Qualified Medication Aide program and current licensure, with 18-24 months of related experience; CPR/First Aid is preferred. You will participate in orientation and ongoing training and uphold Residents' Rights.

Qualifications

• Completion of Qualified Medication Aide program with current license.
• 18-24 months experience in a similar position; CPR/First Aid certification preferred.
• CPR/First Aid certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with medications as ordered by physicians.
• Document all medication management activities per regulations and protocols.
• Obtain, receive and store medications from the pharmacy.
• Maintain orderly, clean medication storage areas.
• Record vital signs, weight and other observations; report changes to supervisor.
• Protect resident confidentiality and report complaints or incidents.

Skills

Medication administration

Documentation

Vital signs monitoring

HIPAA compliance

Education

Qualified Medication Aide program

CPR/First Aid certified

Job description

At Trustwell Living, we understand that to provide optimal care for our residents, it is essential that employee performance is supported. We offer a fun, safe, and caring work environment where purpose and positivity are valued.

• We offer full medical benefits to all Full and Part time employees
• Substantial Paid Time Off for all Full Time employees
• Flexible schedule with every other weekend off

We strive to make a difference in the lives of those we serve by cultivating a team of passionate, driven individuals to achieve our mission of person-centered care.

If you are a caring, optimistic, and reliable individual, we would love to meet you!

Position Responsibilities

• Assist residents with medications as ordered by their physician(s).
• Documents all functions related to medication management as required by regulation, and by community protocols as defined in the medication training program.
• Obtains, receives, and stores medication(s) from pharmacy.
• Maintains order, cleanliness in medication storage area.
• Provide functions as directed by supervisor including daily and ongoing records including vital signs, weight, and measure residents, and observe and report presence of skin breakdowns; review care plans daily; report changes in resident conditions to supervisor; and record all necessary charting entries and report all accidents and incidents.
• Maintain resident confidentiality; treat residents with kindness, dignity, and respect; know and comply with Residents' Rights rules; and promptly report all resident complaints, accidents, and incidents to supervisor.
• Assist as directed in proper admission, transfer and discharge of residents, inventory resident possessions and report defective equipment to administration.
• Understand and use Universal Precautions and follow established infections control, hazardous communication, and other safety rules; ensure cleanliness of assigned residents' rooms; properly maintain and record resident restraints; and promptly report all violations of safety and sanitation rules to supervisor.
• Attend and participate in orientation, training, educational activities, and staff meeting.
• Any other tasks, assignments, projects, or requests as deemed by management.

Training And Experience

Completion of Qualified Medication Aide program with current license. 18-24 months experience in a similar position, CPR/First Aid certified preferred.

Education

Attendance at mandatory in-service training. Maintain CPR/First Aid Certification. Meet in-service training hours required for job classification and position.