Direct Care Staff Registered Medication Assistant

Benefits:

Flexible schedule

Paid time off

Job Summary:

We are looking for a dedicated Direct Care Staff /Registered Medication Assistant who demonstrates a caring approach to the residents that have been entrusted to Pine Crest Assisted Living Facility. A Direct Care Staff / Registered Medication Assistant must provide the highest degree of quality care & services by assisting residents with their basic needs and by administering medication and treatments in a safe, organized manner.

Responsibilities:

Provide care to residents and assist with any daily living needs such as bathing & shaving

Administer medication and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers

Conduct inventory on Med carts, check E-MAR to confirm residents received medication

Check-in pharmacy deliveries

Secure all controlled medications after they have been counted & appropriately documented in the Control Book

Check both Med carts daily to reorder medications and to appropriately dispose of outdated medications

Assist with medical emergencies (protocols)

Knowledge of Facility Policy & Procedures

Monitor the physical, mental, and emotional conditions of residents and report changes to designated parties

Make doctor appointments & cancel appointments if needed

Arrange or provide transportation to appointments

Prepare paperwork for next-day appointments

Notify residents of mealtimes, “med pass,” activities times, upcoming appointments, etc.

Assist Dietary & Environmental Services Department, as needed

Communicate at shift change any important information to the oncoming RMA, count controlled pills together, and entrust key to oncoming RMA

Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment

QUALIFICATIONS:

A high school diploma

Experience and training as a direct care staff or in a similar capacity is preferred

A Valid Driver's License