Medication Aide / KS - Brookdale Overland Park

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Job Summary

Provides residents with services in accordance with health care provider’s orders regarding administration or assistance with medications and treatments, as per state regulations. Provides direct care to residents following the individualized service plan.

Essential Functions

1. Assists in maintaining the physical, social, and psychological environment that is conducive to the best interest and welfare of the residents.
2. Exercises independent judgment and discretion in the performance of personnel tasks with the understanding that the responsibilities are not routine or limited to resident care matters. Maintains a clean, safe, environment in the community by delegating job responsibilities.
3. As per state regulations and completion of required training/certification, administers medication and treatments as prescribed by the health care provider. Observes resident’s responses to existing treatment plan, is aware of prominent medication interactions and side effects, and observes residents for occurrence of such and notifies supervisor. Adheres to community infection control policies and procedures.
4. Assists residents with medication as defined in medication procedure. Exhibits understanding of and follows medication policies and procedures.
5. Maintains residents' records daily in a timely manner and in accordance with company policy and procedure. This includes documentation related to: medication distribution, leisure activities; incidents and observations; charting any changes in resident's physical condition and or behaviors, visitors, etc. Observes and documents the health and emotional condition of each resident, promptly reporting all changes to the supervisor.
6. Maintains the cleanliness and organization of the medicine supply room.
7. Receives reports on all residents.
8. Completes an accurate accounting of all medications, including controlled substances as per policy.
9. Assists with completion of medication cart audits per policy and direction of supervisor.
10. Provides direct resident care.
11. Follows procedure regarding incidents/accidents to residents.
    

This job description represents an overview of the responsibilities for the above referenced position. It is not intended to represent a comprehensive list of responsibilities. An associate should perform all duties as assigned by his her supervisor.

Education and Experience

High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED); Certified Nursing Assistant completion and licensure. State certified medication aide course is required. Experience preferred and/or training in direct service with older adults. Knowledge of dementia, particularly of the Alzheimer's type is helpful. Ability to effectively communicate in English and understand and follow written and oral instructions. Uses good judgment in emergency situations, and gets help when needed.

Certifications, Licenses, and other Special Requirements

Successful completion of State certified medication aide course and Certified Nursing Assistant program.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

• Standing
• Walking
• Sitting
• Use hands and fingers to handle or feel
• Reach with hands and arms
• Climb or balance
• Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
• Talk or hear
• Taste or smell
• Ability to lift: Up to 25 pounds
• Vision
• Requires interaction with co-workers, residents or vendors
• Occasional weekend, evening or night work if needed to ensure shift coverage
• On-Call on an as needed basis
• Possible exposure to communicable diseases and infections
• Potential injury from transferring, repositioning, or lifting residents
• Exposure to latex
• Possible exposure to blood-borne pathogens
• Possible exposure to various drugs, chemical, infections, or biological hazards
• Subject to injury from falls, burns, odors, or cuts from equipment

Brookdale is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.