We are looking for talented individuals to join an amazing team in Evans Park located in Newton MA (conveniently located off the MA Pike near the Marriott Hotel). We have an opportunity for a Full Time Medication Nursing Assistant with a CNA license or HHA certificate. The available shift is from 7am-3pm. Apply now!
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We are seeking caring and compassionate Medication Nursing Assistants(MNA). As MNA you will administer/assist with approved medications under the supervision of a nurse.
PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Communicates questions, concerns, and/or discrepancies related to medication administration/assistance to Resident Care Director/Resident Care Nurse (RCD/RCN)
- Communicates any significant change of mental or physical status of resident to RCD/RCN.
- Documents administration/assistance on Medication Observation Record (MOR).
- Documents/ notifies RCD/RCN of administration/assistance of PRN meds
- Responsible for documentation on PRN meds and affect, as allowed per state regulations.
- Recognizes and can assist in the prevention of elder abuse, neglect, and exploitation
- Demonstrates proficiency at reading and understanding a Resident Care Service Plan or assignment (e.g., ADLs and introductory visits)
- Checks all med books and ensures that meds have been given, treatments completed, and all initials are complete as state regulations permit
- Acts as lead in an emergency (e.g., elopement, fire, disaster, etc.)
- Follows Infection Control protocol
- Able to properly and safely set up and administer/assist with medications as allowed by State Regulations.
- Able to properly chart medications administered/ assisted and immediately report to the nurse those medications not administered/ assisted for any reason.
- Answers emergency calls and attends to residents' needs promptly
- Responsible for maintaining adequate supply of meds (ordering and reordering)
- Responsible for documentation of med administration/ assistance on MOR
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/LICENSURE- CERTIFICATION
- Must complete a state approved training course in medication administration and receive a certificate of satisfactory successful completion. Must retain NH license as applicable by state regulation. Must also attend the Benchmark Medication Aide training program.
- Must demonstrate competency in accordance with the state-approved protocol in drug administration/ assistance.
- Successfully complete Medication Aide competency review (as supervised by RCD / RCN)
- Must have current certification as a nursing assistant or have successfully completed the certified home health aide or homemaker/personal care homemaker training program.
- High School education preferred
- CPR certification required or ability to obtain within six months of hire
- Physically able to move at least 50 lbs. without assistance
BENEFITS:
We offer competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package. Apply today to learn more details.