Registered Medication Assistant - 10p-6a & 2p-10p PT/ FT

Hendersonville Senior Services LLC in; Hendersonville (TN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable healthcare provider in Hendersonville seeks a Registered Medication Assistant for night and evening shifts. The role involves ensuring safe and effective medication administration, promoting resident wellness, and maintaining communication with healthcare team members. Ideal candidates will prioritize confidentiality and exhibit strong skills in resident care.

Qualifications

• Experience in medication administration and knowledge of MAR.
• Ability to maintain resident confidentiality and uphold residents' rights.
• Strong communication skills to interact with residents and staff.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications following the six rights process.
• Provide quality care in alignment with resident's service plans.
• Communicate resident condition changes effectively to team members.

Skills

Medication Administration

Confidentiality

Infection Control

Communication

Resident Care

Job description

Registered Medication Assistant - 10p-6a & 2p-10p PT/ FT (Healthcare)

Medication Administration

• Follow the six rights of medication administration (right resident, right drug, right dosage, right time, right route, right record/documentation) each time assistance with or administration of a medication occurs.
• Check each of the six rights three times: when the medication is taken out, immediately before, and immediately after administration.
• Assist with or administer medications according to the resident's Medication Administration Record (MAR), ensuring no errors, upholding the residence's philosophy, and protecting resident privacy.
• Document accurately on the MAR after medication is given, refused, held, discontinued, changed, disposed of, or returned, following residence policy.
• Maintain a neat, organized medication cart/cabinet and restock as needed.
• Provide residents with treatments as required by their individual service plans.
• Assist with other duties as assigned.

Resident Services

• Provide quality care and assistance in line with residence policies, procedures, and resident rights.
• Help residents meet their physical, emotional, spiritual, and medical needs to achieve wellness.
• Promote and protect residents' rights to safe, prompt, and confidential treatment.
• Respond promptly to resident calls.
• Respect residents' right to refuse medication or treatment.
• Explain medications to residents before administration.
• Observe for adverse reactions and report immediately.
• Maintain confidentiality of resident records.
• Follow infection control standards and dispose of waste properly.
• Build good relationships with residents and families.
• Respond to emergencies following proper procedures.
• Perform all duties effectively as assigned.

Communications

• Attend all staff meetings and training.
• Communicate resident information effectively to team members.
• Report changes in resident condition, adverse reactions, concerns, or errors promptly to the Wellness Nurse.
• Seek advice from supervisors when unsure about medication or treatment procedures.
• Respond to on-the-job injuries per policy.
• Notify supervisors of concerns from residents' families.