Medication Technician- Labor Pool, Smithfield

Smithfield, Virginia

Works under the supervision of Nursing Supervisor/Manager and is ultimately responsible to the Director of Assisted Living. CMT/CNA performs tasks essential to the direct care of the resident according to the facility policy and procedures, regulatory requirements defined by Department of Social Services for Assisted Living Facilities and Scope of Practice as defined by the Department of Social Services for Assisted Living Facilities and the Department of Health for SNFs and NFs.

Responsibilities include, but is not limited to, medication administration, vitals, personal care, and nutrition support.

• Administers and documents the medications and treatments, according to the scheduled times, following the medication administration protocol
• Maintains confidentiality of resident and fellow employee’s information
• Maintains the cleanliness, organization, and restocking of the Med room and Med cart
• Obtains accurate vital signs and weights
• Reports changes in behavior, activities of daily living or other signs/symptoms of change in condition to nursing leader and/or provider as appropriate.
• Acts within the scope of Certified Nursing Assistant and Registered Medication Aide in Assisted Living.
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor or other management staff

• Certified Nurse Aid (CNA) - Virginia Department of Health Professions (VDHP) Required
• Medication Aide - Virginia Department of Health Professions (VDHP) Required
• Certification: CPR/BLS (within 30 days of hire) required. First Aid (within 30 days of hire) required.

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