- When the medication is taken out of the medication cart or cabinet
* Immediately before assisting with/administering the medication
* Immediately after assisting with/administering the medication
* Assist with or administer medications to resident according to their Medication Administration Record (MAR), if no errors are noted, uphold the residence's philosophy, and protect resident privacy.
* Document clearly and accurately on the Medication Administration Record (MAR) after a medication is taken/given, refused, held, discontinued, changed, disposed of, returned, following the residence policy.
* Maintain a neat, clean, organized medication cart/cabinet, and restock the cart/cabinet as needed.
* Provide residents with any treatments required as part of their individual service plan as designated.
* Assist with other duties as assigned.
Resident Services
* Provide quality care and assistance to residents in accordance with the residence philosophy, policy and procedure, and resident rights.
* Assist residents in meeting their physical, emotional, spiritual, and medical needs to achieve and maintain their highest level of wellness.
* Promote and protect the residents' rights to safe, prompt, and confidential treatment.
* Answer and respond immediately to resident calls.
* Respect the residents' right to refuse medication/treatment.
* Protect the residents' safety with medications.
* Explain to the resident what medication is being given and why, prior to assisting with/administering the medication.
* Observe the resident for any adverse reaction to a medication and report it to your Wellness Nurse or supervisor immediately.
* Maintain confidentiality of residents' records.
* Control the spread of infection by following standard precautions.
* Dispose of infectious and potentially infectious waste according to residence policy and procedure, and OSHA regulations.
* Establish and maintain a good relationship with residents and their families.
* Respond to resident emergencies following proper procedure.
* Carry out all duties properly and effectively as assigned by your supervisor.
Communications
* Attend all regular staff meetings and required training sessions.
* Effectively communicate information pertaining to the residents to other team members according to residence policies and procedures.
* Effectively communicate to the Wellness Nurse any changes noted in a resident's condition or behavior, adverse reaction to a medication, any resident concerns, complaints, refusal of a medication, any errors noted on the Medication Administration Record (MAR).
* Report any and all medication errors honestly and immediately.
* Seek assistance and advice from your supervisor or Wellness Nurse immediately if you have any doubts or questions when assisting with/administering medications or treatments before you perform the assigned task.
* Respond to on-the-job injuries in accordance with the residence policies and procedures.
* Notify your supervisor of any concerns or questions presented by the residents' family members.
Qualifications
* Must be a Certified Medication Aide in the state of Georgia
* Experience in the caregiving to older adults preferred
* Ability to read, write, and speak English
* Desire to work with older adults
* Friendly, caring disposition
* Required medication training
* Integrity
Knowledge Requirements
* Any required resident care training
* Required medication training -
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