Certified Medication Aide

MUST posses an active Connecticut Medication Administration Certification through the Department of Social Services (DSS) to apply. MUST be willing to work every other weekend, and holidays.

Classification: Hourly, 6:30 AM - 2:30 PM; 2:30 PM to 10:30PM, and/or 10:30 PM - 6:30 AM

Reports to: Registered Nurse Supervisor

Essential Functions

• Provide assistance, as needed, to residents with their activities of daily living; ensure residents are aware of and receive the services to which they are entitled in a safe environment that promotes their rights, dignity and freedom of choice.
• Administer and document residents’ medications, treatments and vital statistics as per physician’s written orders and in accordance with SOUTHMAYD policies and procedures.
• Make rounds to see each resident during shift; prioritize the specific needs of residents; organize and communicate work assignments to resident care aides.
• Eat meals with residents in dining room in order to perform Heimlich maneuver and/or give assistance as needed; ensure other staff is present should the need arise to be absent.
• Respond to emergencies in a calm, efficient manner and take appropriate actions as required.
• Communicate changes in residents’ physical and/or mental status or condition and other pertinent information; provide daily shift reports and other periodic reports; maintain accountability for controlled substances and notify the Executive Director of discrepancies or issues.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities, as required, to support our mission of providing, “to self-sufficient women over the age of 60, a residence that is safe and nurturing in a family-like atmosphere.”
• Equipment/machines used in the performance of this job:Telephone, fax machine, photocopier, elevator, scales, showers, whirlpool equipment, adjustable beds, electronic blood pressure, blood sugar and body temperature monitoring devices and various other equipment and supplies.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Supervises the current shift’s resident care aide(s); can request assistance of the kitchen staff.

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

• May need to stand for long periods of time and walk to and from locations within the building while making rounds; may sit, bends reach and move intermittently during working hours; may need to lift objects weighing 50 pounds or less; also may need to lift, transfer, and/or support residents.
• Frequent washing of hands; exposure to housekeeping/cleaning agents and/or chemicals.
• Exposed to residents’ conditions, unpleasant sights, smells and contagious diseases; rare exposure to blood and/or body fluids.
• May be requested to stay in an emergency, work different shifts, weekends and/or holidays in order to ensure a nurse/head aide is on duty at all times.

Success Factors

• Work Quality/Productivity: Prioritizes responsibilities and duties and uses work time efficiently while ensuring maximum resident care; applies technical job knowledge; demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; meets deadlines; identifies ways to improve efficiency, promote and/or ensure quality.
• Resident Relations: Anticipates residents’ needs; responds warmly and gives residents individualized attention; presents a friendly, caring image internally and externally; greets family members and external guests enthusiastically demonstrates a positive interest in mission.
• Decision Making and Problem Solving: Gathers and analyzes relevant data to develop workable solutions; demonstrates sound judgment in making decisions, prioritizing tasks and solving issues.
• Continuous Improvement: Seeks personal growth and learning opportunities; attends all meetings and in-service training sessions; acknowledges mistakes and learns from them; accepts constructive criticism and takes corrective action for improvement; sets and meets stretch goals.
• Leadership: Sets high expectations and motivates others to fulfill the mission of Southmayd; demonstrates focus and confidence; fosters teamwork and promotes accountability; champions methods, procedures, or systems that maximize efficiency, effectiveness and/or high quality.
• Dependability: Arrives on time; absent only in an emergency; ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; reliably handles all tasks; work is dependably done right the first time.
• Standard Procedures & Safety: Understands and adheres to Southmayd policies and procedures; practices safe work practices and universal infection control precaution; maintains work area and equipment clean and orderly; proactively seeks ways to ensure Southmayd is clean, neat and safe.
• Demonstrates a working knowledge in the safe and correct operation of all equipment/machines used in the performance of this job.
• Communications: Expresses ideas clearly and confidently; keeps co-workers informed; listens well, is open to feedback and responds appropriately; interactions are always courteous and professional.
• Team Relationships: Works cooperatively and promotes harmonious relationships with all co-workers; accepts other viewpoints; anticipates needs; takes initiative to help others; welcomes new co-workers.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily and:

• Must possess an active Connecticut issued Medication Administration Certification through DSS
• Must be proficient in reading, writing and mathematics skills.
• Must be proficient in knowledge of drug interactions, side effects, and incompatibilities; as well as observational and assessment skills;
• Must be able to hear and respond to pages and able to communicate to residents and emergency personnel in English.

Minimum Qualifications

• An active Connecticut issued Medication Administration Certification
• Valid certification from a CT state-approved course for Medication Administration
• A minimum of one year's experience in the care of the elderly is preferred.

Special Requirements

Maintains residents’ confidentiality and privacy.

Understands and complies with the Resident’s Bill of Rights

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Healthcare setting:

• Long term care

Medical specialties:

• Geriatrics

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Weekends as needed

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Medication Administration: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person