AL Medication Assistant
Job description
Essential Functions:
* 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.
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