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Form of work
SalaryDescription
- 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 abilityto perform the job safely or competently
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
