Harbor Retirement Associates
Medication Assistant ALL SHIFTS
Harbor Retirement Associates, Florida, New York, United States
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Harbor Retirement Associates . Full time and Part time Med Techs needed for all shifts at luxury assisted living. Assists with medications and maintains compliance with all state and federal regulations and the standards of HRA. Provides residents assistance with Activities of Daily Living (ADL) while recognizing the importance of their dignity and respect at all times. This position is for our Assisted Living. Responsibilities
Checks each of the six (6) rights of medication administration three (3) different times: (1) When the medication is taken out of the med 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 medication is taken or given, refused, held, discontinued, changed, disposed of, 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 The ability to work in a safe and alert manner The ability to take ownership for associate’s safety and the safety of the residents Must disclose any medication that might impair associate’s ability to perform the job safely or competently Position details
Seniority level: Entry level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Administrative Industries: Hospitality
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Medication Assistant ALL SHIFTS
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Harbor Retirement Associates . Full time and Part time Med Techs needed for all shifts at luxury assisted living. Assists with medications and maintains compliance with all state and federal regulations and the standards of HRA. Provides residents assistance with Activities of Daily Living (ADL) while recognizing the importance of their dignity and respect at all times. This position is for our Assisted Living. Responsibilities
Checks each of the six (6) rights of medication administration three (3) different times: (1) When the medication is taken out of the med 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 medication is taken or given, refused, held, discontinued, changed, disposed of, 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 The ability to work in a safe and alert manner The ability to take ownership for associate’s safety and the safety of the residents Must disclose any medication that might impair associate’s ability to perform the job safely or competently Position details
Seniority level: Entry level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Administrative Industries: Hospitality
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