Certified Medication Technician
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Boaz Nursing & Rehab Center
Boaz, AL, US
Summary
The Certified Medication Technician administers routine and PRN medications to residents under the supervision of a licensed nurse. They are also responsible for documenting medication administration, monitoring vital signs, and reporting any adverse reactions or side effects.
Job Description
Overview
Join Diversicare's Dynamic Team as a Certified Med Aide/Tech!
At Diversicare, we value our dedicated team members and their crucial role in our success. As a Certified Med Aide/Tech! your outstanding patient care skills are highly sought after.
Why Choose Diversicare?
Career Growth: Unlock opportunities for advancement through cross-training and shadowing in diverse departments like Medication Tech, Workforce Manager, Activities and beyond!
Competitive Compensation: Enjoy top-tier wages, with daily wage access and a comprehensive benefits package including medical/dental/vision, 401(k), vacation, and tuition reimbursement.
Mission-Driven Culture: Be part of a team committed to enhancing lives through exceptional healthcare, guided by our Core Values and Service Standards.
Join Us in Making a Difference!
Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities:
Work under the supervision of a licensed vocational nurse or a registered professional nurse to perform the following duties:
- After authorization by the facility’s licensed nurse or the resident’s treating physician, administers PRN medications.
- Organizes assigned medication duties to pour, pass, and document all routine prescribed medications and to give PRN medication only upon the instruction of the licensed nurse.
- Must document all PRN’s according to State Standards in all areas of the chart.
- Observe and report to the facility’s charge licensed nurse reactions and side effects of medication commonly administered to nursing facility’s residents.
- Take and record vital signs prior to administration of medications which could affect or change the vital signs.
- Administer and document regularly prescribed medications which the medication aide is permitted to administer only after personally preparing (setting up) of those medications to be administered. Document the medications given in the resident’s clinical record.
- Administer oxygen per nasal channel or a non-sealing face mask only in an emergency. Immediately after the emergency, the medication aide shall verbally notify the licensed nurse on duty or on call and appropriately document the activity and notification.
- At discretion of charge nurse, count narcotics, give all routine prescribed narcotics, and document same on individual sheet and medication sheet.
Qualifications
- Must have successfully completed state approved school of medication administration.
- Must carry current acknowledgment card or certification issued by state agency.
- Must be willing to abide by restrictions placed on his/her job by state agency.
- Must be a certified nursing assistant.
(EOE)
Diversicare is recognized as a premier provider of post-acute care. We are currently operating 44 centers in five states, primarily in the Southeast and Midwest. Whether your medical needs are short term rehabilitation, complex medical care, long term care or memory care, our centers have a comprehensive team trained to administer high quality healthcare.
At Diversicare, Service Excellence it what makes us unique. Our Mission, Core Values and Services Standards guide our team members in creating a culture of Impassioned Service Delivery, a desire to exceed our customer’s expectations and promote a positive work environment.
Diversicare takes pride in hiring team members who have a heart for service and share a passion for fulfilling our Mission to improve every life we touch by providing exceptional healthcare and exceeding expectations. If you are looking for a position where you can make a positive, lifelong impression, check out our current openings.
You can learn more about Diversicare, our center locations, services and employment opportunities by visiting our website at www.DVCR.com.
Company size
5,001-10,000 employees
Industry
Hospitals and Health Care
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Franklin, Tennessee
Diversicare is recognized as a premier provider of post-acute care. We are currently operating 44 centers in five states, primarily in the Southeast and Midwest. Whether your medical needs are short term rehabilitation, complex medical care, long term care or memory care, our centers have a comprehensive team trained to administer high quality healthcare.
At Diversicare, Service Excellence it what makes us unique. Our Mission, Core Values and Services Standards guide our team members in creating a culture of Impassioned Service Delivery, a desire to exceed our customer’s expectations and promote a positive work environment.
Diversicare takes pride in hiring team members who have a heart for service and share a passion for fulfilling our Mission to improve every life we touch by providing exceptional healthcare and exceeding expectations. If you are looking for a position where you can make a positive, lifelong impression, check out our current openings.
You can learn more about Diversicare, our center locations, services and employment opportunities by visiting our website at www.DVCR.com.
Company size
5,001-10,000 employees
Industry
Hospitals and Health Care
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Franklin, Tennessee
