Level 1 Medication Aide with CNA certification - FT Evening shift (4 days a week including every other weekend)

Lutheran Senior Services • Full-time • Columbia, Missouri, United States of America • 1w ago

Job Description:

Summary:

Demonstrates the philosophy of the sponsoring Lutheran congregations, through upholding the LSS mission of “Older Adults Living Life to the Fullest”, core values and code of conduct.

Administers medication and physical care to residents while assisting the Charge Nurse in accordance with our established nursing care procedures and as may be directed by your Charge Nurse, Supervisors or Director of Health Services. Works as a member of and collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team with a focus on maintaining the resident as the director of their care

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Prepares, administers and documents medication as defined by the State approved CMA curriculum and under the supervision of a licensed nurse.

Observes residents for side effects, interactions and implications of common medications.

Performs all Resident Assistant (RA) duties as needed or when directed.

In addition to the job duties listed above, may also perform all of the job duties outlined in the LSS “Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)” job description.

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Current Level 1 Medication Aide Certification in the state of practice.
Must complete state required in-service hours to maintain certification.
Current Certified Nurse Assistant (C.N.A.) certification in the state of practice.
High School diploma or GED required or three to six months related experience.
Must have successfully completed an approved course in medication administration.
Basic computer skills, limited to retrieving data and data entry.
Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action;
Must have patience and be willing and able to handle combative residents;
Ability to effectively present information in one on one and small group situations;
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos;
Ability to write simple correspondence.

Physical Activities and Demands:

The physical activities, demands and working conditions described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job duties and responsibilities.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to touch, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and talk to hear. The employee frequently is required to sit; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and taste or smell. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. Must be able to push/pull 45 lbs.

Working Environment:

A well-lighted and ventilated working area that has its own temperature control system (air conditioning and heat). Is subject to emotionally upset residents, or family members. Is willing to work beyond normal working hours and on weekends and holidays when necessary. Is subject to exposure to fumes or airborne particles, and toxic or caustic chemicals. Is subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc., including exposure to the AIDS and Hepatitis B virus within guidelines of standard precautions. Appropriate ergonomic and personal safety equipment is provided as needed.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees may be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties as requested, subject to all applicable federal, state and local laws and standards. Certain job functions described herein may be subject to possible modification in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws and standards.

Additional Information:

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