Lead Certified Medication Aide

Company: 12 Oaks Management Services Inc
Location: Tahlequah
Posted on: June 23, 2022

Job Description:

TITLE: Lead Certified Medication Aide DIVISION: Heritage Oaks Management Enterprises USALOCATION: OK, TahlequahFULL-TIME/PART-TIME: Full-Time and/or Part-TimeSHIFT: Various ShiftsEOE STATEMENT: We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION: 12 Oaks Senior Living is a full-service senior living company specializing in life for Seniors! 12 Oaks seeks to raise an industry standard through its hiring practices and ongoing staff training. We will never be content with the status quo and are guided by a philosophy that values our people, our staff, as our most important asset. Upper level personnel receive ongoing training for Competency and Character Equipping.DESCRIPTION: DescriptionThe Medication Aide dispenses medications under the direction of a licensed nurse and helps residents with activities of daily living, such as hygiene, toileting, feeding, moving safely to activities or functions, and caring for the resident's environment, including laundry and housekeeping. He or she must be sensitive to the needs and desires of each resident and make an attempt to improve and enrich their lives. RESPONSIBILITIES

• Dispenses medications under the direction of a licensed nurse according to established procedures
• Helps resident with all personal care functions as needed
• Helps resident at mealtimes and monitors resident's eating habits
• Helps resident to and from daily activities
• Cleans and organizes the resident's room and assists with laundry
• Measures and records vital signs, such as temperature, pulse, etc., and reports any changes in condition
• Ensures that required documentation is complete and is in compliance with regulations and standards
• Communicates with residents and families regarding care
• Assist with department staff scheduling
• Attends all staff meetings, trainings, and educational classes as required
• Performs other duties as assigned
  POSITION: Certified Medication AidePOSITION REQUIREMENTS:

  • High school diploma or GED with further training to achieve certification
  • Certified as a Nursing Assistant (CNA) in this state
  • Certified as Registered Medication Aide in this state
  • At least one year of experience in an assisted living community preferred
  • Current CPR, First Aid, and AED certifications
  • Excellent communication, customer service, and problem solving skills, including the ability to maintain composure under stress
  • Able to bend, kneel, squat, stand, and lift up to 50lbs as needed
  • Able to work a flexible schedule, which may include working days, evenings, weekends, and holidays PM22NUMBER OF OPENINGS: 1PI182564267

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