Medication Assistant

Assists with medications and maintains compliance with all state and federal regulations and the standards of HRA.

Essential Functions:

• Checks each of the six (6) rights of medication administration three(3)different times: (1) When the medication is taken out of themed cart or cabinet; (2) Immediately before assisting with the medication; (3) Immediately after assisting with the medication.
• Assists with medications to residents according to their Medication Observation Record (MOR)
• Documents clearly and accurately on the MOR after a medications taken or given, refused, held, discontinued, changed, disposedof, returned, in accordance with policy
• Maintains a neat, clean, organized med cart/cabinet and restocks as needed
• Provides residents with any treatments required as part of their individual service plan
• Promotes and protects the rights to safe, prompt, and confidential treatment
• Answers and responds immediately to resident calls
• Respects the resident’s right to refuse medication and/or treatment
• Explains to the resident what medication is being given and why, prior to assisting with or administering the medication
• Observes the resident for any adverse reaction to the medication and reports to the DRC and/or supervisor immediately
• Reports any and all medication errors honestly and immediately
• Seeks assistance and advice from supervisor immediately if there are any doubts or questions when assisting with or administering medications or treatments
• Responds to on-the-job injuries in accordance with policy
• Notifies supervisor of any concerns or questions presented by the resident's family member(s)
• Adheres to universal precautions and all other infection control guidelines
• Disposes infectious and/or potentially infectious waste according to OSHA regulations
• Demonstrates respectful behavior in all interactions with residents, families, staff and other visitors to the community
• Performs specific work duties as assigned by supervisor
• Demonstrates knowledge of emergency procedures
• Meets or exceeds health standards for appearance, sanitation and hygiene

  Non-Essential Functions:

• Leads by example exhibiting the CORE Values through servant leadership

   

• Encourages teamwork and promotes company philosophy

   

• Attends required community meetings and participates Life Enrichment activities when able

   

• Completes all required courses in adherence with HRA University

   

• Is prompt and able to perform the required duties of the position one regular, predictable basis

   

• Becomes familiar and understands how to report a missing person using the Safe Return program or equivalent

  All associates are responsible for maintaining a safe and secure environment for all community residents