Care Partner/Medication Technician Combo - Full-Time 1st Shift - Carlton senior Living
Davis, CA 95618
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COMPANY OVERVIEW
At Carlton, we are dedicated to enriching the lives of older adults by offering personalized care and fostering a warm and supportive environment. We know it takes a special group of individuals to help our residents live their lives to the fullest, surrounded by love, kindness, and care. We believe happy employees ensure happy residents. With attractive benefits, hands-on training, and opportunities for career advancement, we take great pride in recruiting people who embrace and embody our unique “culture of caring.”
Join our exceptional team at Carlton Senior Living!
- Raises twice a year
- Anniversary Bonus
- Immediate Pay
- Fitness/Education Reimbursement
- Complementary employee meals
- Opportunity for additional pay increases (referrals, mentors, etc)
- Holiday pay
- Sick/Vacation Time
- Medical, Dental, Vision… and more!
SUMMARY
This rolecombines tasks from both Care Partner and Medication Technician positions,involving a mix of hands-on care and assistance with medication. The exactresponsibilities will depend on the community's needs. Assists residents withActivities of Daily Living (ADLs). Work with residents living withdementia, Alzheimer’s, and/or memory-impaired, with chemical dependency,or similar issues under the direction of the Care Manager/Medication Manager. Responsiblefor the accurate and timely distribution of medications to residents accordingto the written orders and instructions provided by physicians. This positionalso involves following all medication practices per Medication Training,Company Policy, and Title 22 Regulations
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include thefollowing. Other duties may be assigned by your direct manager. Regular andpredictable attendance is an essential function of the job.
- Assist residents with Activities ofDaily Living (ADLs) including, but not limited to continence care, showering,grooming, transfer assistance, and meal assistance.
- Ensure that all residents alwaysremain clean, dignified, and presentable.
- During your shift, utilize acompany-provided phone to access care plans and chart care accordingly.
- Follow a care plan and documentprovided care accordingly.
- Reports should occur by the end ofthe shift and should be documented in the changeover notes unless immediateintervention is needed.
- Observe Resident’s Rights, asposted within the facility. Promptly respond to resident calls for assistance.
- Always know the location anddisposition of all residents (under direct care) during shift.
- Pour and assist residents withmedications according to Physician orders, Medication Training, and Companypolicies and procedures.
- Follow “Medication Training”policies and procedures regarding infection control, standard precautions,biohazard waste, sharps management and disposal.
- Fax new orders to pharmacyfollowing Company policies and procedures.
- Communicate to Physician,Pharmacist, Family, and Direct Supervisor if resident misses any scheduleddoses of medication.
- Document immediately whenmedication is given to resident.
- Re-order medications followingCompany policies and procedures.
- Observe and immediately report anychanges in resident condition following the “Medication Training” policies andprocedures.
- Document immediately when aresident receives a PRN medication.
- Keep medication room and cart cleanand orderly at all times.
- Complete all documentation on a newresident for the medication program.
- Log in all medication deliveries onthe resident’s Centrally Stored sheet.
- Keep medication room, cart,cupboards, and records locked when not in use.
- Destroy medications followingCompany policies and procedures.
- Count the narcotics followingCompany policies and procedures.
- File appropriate paperwork inresident’s charts.
- Assist Medication Manager withreviewing current Medication Assistance Records (MAR’s) to the next month’sMAR’s for any changes.
- Assist Medication Manager withinvestigation on any concerns from resident or family regarding medications.
- Verify the resident’s medicationsprior to dispensation with the resident’s physician and every six monthsthereafter in order to provide the best service and make sure the resident istaking the proper dosages and the proper medication.
- Ensure residents do not run out ofmedications at any time.
- Record any medication changes perdoctor’s orders in all the proper documents as specified in MedicationProcedures and Company Policies.
- In both roles, understands allemergency protocols, responds to emergencies as directed by Supervisor and perCommunity training. Treat residents with dignity and respect and provideprivacy during personal care.
QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
- Minimumof high school education or GED or combination of related experience.
- Experience is preferred, but notnecessary.
- Reasonable expectations ofmathematical, technical, and reasoning skills to perform essential jobresponsibilities.
- According to Title 22 requirements,employees must be at least eighteen (18) years of age.
CERTIFICATES,LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
- Must be authorized to work in theUnited States of America and provide sufficient work authorizationdocumentation(s)
- DOJ and FBI fingerprint clearancemust be completed before working in the community (obtained through thecommunity)
- Health screening/Physical andnegative TB test must be less than six (6) months old (obtained through thecommunity)
- First Aid/CPR Certification(obtained through the community)
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Thephysical demands described here are representative of those that must be met byan employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilitiesto perform the essential functions.
- While performing the duties of thisjob, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, use hands tohandle or feel; and talk or hear.
- The employee is required toconstantly stand; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, or crawl;and taste or smell.
- The employee must frequently lift,push, and/or pull up to 35 pounds in a day.
- Specific vision abilities requiredby this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheralvision, and depth perception.
- The employee is required to havevisual and hearing acuity sufficient to assess employee and resident safety andability may be required to assist in the evacuation of residents during emergencies.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Thework environment characteristics described here are representative of those anemployee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
- The noise level in the workenvironment is usually moderate.
- Requires patience in working withSenior Residents in the range of 60-100 plus years of age.
- At times, may occasionally berequired to work outdoors.
- May include exposure to dogs, cats,and/or other pets.
CarltonSenior Living’s Commitment to Pay Transparency
Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on anumber of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competenciesand experience, and location. Base pay is one part of the total package that isprovided to compensate and recognize employees for their work, and this rolemay be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses/incentives.
Carlton Senior Living benefits are designed to convey CarltonSenior Living’s culture and values, to create an efficient and inspiring workenvironment, and to support our employees to give their best in both work andlife. We offer the following benefits to eligible employees:
- Premium coverage for employee medical insurance
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Dental, Vision, Short/Long-termDisability, Basic Life, Voluntary Life and AD&D insurance plans;
- Generous vacation timeand leave plans, as well as paid sick days and parental leave;
- Generous benefits likemental and emotional health support through our Employee Assistance Program, a 401Kcompany match, gym and tuition reimbursements.
Carlton Senior Living reserves the right to modify or changethese benefits programs at any time, with or without notice.
CarltonSenior Living’s Commitment to Equal Employment Opportunities
Carlton Senior Living is proud to be an Equal EmploymentOpportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color,national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medicalconditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression,transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran,status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legallyprotected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminalhistories, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law. Per Department of Social Servicesregulations, all applications must undergo an extensive background check, andcertain misdemeanor convictions will require an exemption.
Carlton Senior Living is committed to providing reasonable accommodations forcandidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need anyassistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at hrdept@carltonseniorliving.com .