Pittsburg, Kansas
Certified Medication Aide - 2nd & 3rd Shift Job Opening in Pittsburg, Kansas - POSITION SUMMARY
Responsible for distribution of medication per physician orders to residents and participants. Performs delegated activities; including activities of daily living and basic nursing care procedures for those we serve. Performs duties and presents oneself in a manner that would lead to high levels of satisfaction. Functions as a member of the interdisciplinary team.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Deliver nursing care which includes administering medications and treatments as prescribed by a physician consistent with ministry policies and
Order medications from pharmacy per ministry policy
Provides support with Activities of Daily Living as assigned in a safe manner, consistent with the policies and procedures of the
Documents tasks completed per ministry
Contributes to resident safety by identifying safety hazards and emergency situations and initiates corrective action as
Contributes to continuity of care by effectively communicating services provided and changes in the resident's condition or family interactions in a timely
Complies with ministry?s infection control policies and
Other duties as
MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES
N/A
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
High School Diploma or equivalent is preferred
A minimum of one year experience as a Certified Medication Aide/Technician is preferred
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
Valid Certified Medication Aide/Technician (CMA/CMT) certification in the state which employed
CPR certification preferred
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Must possess strong collaborative, interpersonal, organizational, multi-tasking, verbal and written communication skills, and a desire to create a high-performance, effective team that can produce consistent, demonstrated
Must demonstrate on an ongoing basis the ability to develop and maintain good working relationships with co-workers and ministry
Competencies needed for this position include strong interpersonal relationship skills, detail oriented, work in collaboration with others, demonstrate a high degree of integrity and personal commitment, possess strong analytical skills, be able to work independently and manage multiple deliverables at the same
Ability to function in a matrix environment and demonstrate a passion to succeed be self- motivated, dependable, committed, and a willingness to see a project through to its conclusion.
Working knowledge and proficiency with Microsoft Office is
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
50 LBS
Ability to access all areas of the ministry throughout the work
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally, 25 pounds frequently and 7 pounds
Required to obtain assistance of another qualified employee when attempting to lift or transfer objects over 25
Occasionally lift or move up to 25 pounds above the
Frequently required to push/pull items, such as resident/patient wheelchairs or beds, requiring a force of up to 75
Frequently required to assist in maneuvering resident/patients weighing 100-400 pounds and occasionally required to assist in maneuvering resident/patients weighing over 400 pounds.
Requires constant hand grasp and finger dexterity; frequent standing, walking, pushing and repetitive leg and arm movements, occasional bending, reaching forward and overhead, crouching and
Occasionally required to sit in a stationary
Tolerate standing and walking for up to 8 hours at a time on hard and soft
Frequently able to communicate verbally and in written
Frequently able to detect and discern both loud and soft sounds such as voices and phone calls.
Frequently able to use all types of vision, such as close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception, to complete daily
Constantly required to detect unusual odors that could indicate environmental issues.
WORKING CONDITIONS CATEGORY I
Position is Category I of Potential Exposure. Use of appropriate Personal Protective
Equipment (PPE) is required for every employee engaging in Category I tasks. Frequently exposed to blood, body fluids, fumes, or airborne particles, and sharp objects potentially contaminated with blood borne pathogens or other infectious agents.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Work is generally performed in an indoor, well-lighted, well-ventilated, heated and air- conditioned environment.
Subject to frequent interruptions by staff, residents, visitors, and volunteers.
Subject occasionally to hostile and emotionally upset residents, family members, staff, and visitors.
BEHAVIORAL APTITUDE
Possess a personal presence characterized by a sense of honesty, integrity and caring with the ability to inspire and motivate others to promote the philosophy, mission, vision, goals and values of ASL.
Possesses a willingness to learn and apply Catholic Healthcare principles and values in the discernment and decision making process for all matters.
Creates and maintains a partnership between employees, the community, and those we serve that fosters an environment honoring individual preferences, choices and traditions.
Via Christi Villages / Ascension Senior Living is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action employer. Applicants receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, religion or other legally protected status.
Job Type: Full-time
Required education:
High school or equivalent
Required experience:
working with the elderly: 1 year
Required license or certification:
CMA in Kansas
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