Cna/Med Tech

Position Title: CNA/Med Tech

Department: Briarwood Health Center

Schedule: Varied

Pay: $25-$28 DOE

Who we are:

Nestled at the base of Cougar Mountain is a senior living community in Issaquah, Washington unlike any other in the East Seattle area: Timber Ridge at Talus. When our community of well-traveled, outdoor-loving seniors aren't visiting other parts of the world, you'll find them socializing over dinner, hiking a nearby trail or just enjoying the spectacular views. As the area's first Silver LEED-certified Life Plan Community, our campus and natural setting reflects our residents' love of the Pacific Northwest. You won't find our unique combination of an all-inclusive lifestyle, superior hospitality, and beautiful location anywhere else. We are currently seeking an experienced Certified Nursing Assistant/Medication Technician to work in our Briarwood Health Center. If you're looking for a different perspective on senior living come join us today!

You will enjoy:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• Now Offering DailyPay!

• Life and disability insurance

• 401(k) with company match

• Health Savings Account & Flexible Savings Account

• Employee assistance program

• PTO and eight paid holidays

• Pet insurance and employee discounts (including wireless plan and retail discounts)

• Tuition reimbursement

• Free Lyft rides if needed, to and from the Issaquah Transit Center.

• Free Underground parking

• Free meals

• Your personal and professional growth is important to us, so we provide continual professional training and career advancement opportunities.

• You will enjoy being part of a great team in a fun, engaging work environment.

Who you are:

• Successful completion of a State-approved geriatric nursing assistant training program. (CNA License)

• Medication Technician Certification required.

• Prior geriatric nurse aide experience is preferred.

• Registration with State registry required.

• Ability to understand and follow instructions in English, communicate effectively, and perform simple arithmetic.

• Positive and professional work demeanor required.

• Minimum on (1) year experience in Nursing experience in assisted living, memory care preferred.

General Summary:

The Certified Medication Aide assists with the administration of medications under the direct supervision of a registered nurse or licensed practical nurse. Assists licensed nursing staff by performing routine nursing duties and activities of daily living.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:

Certified Nursing Assistant Duties:

• Assists residents with dressing, grooming, eating, bathing, positioning, turning, toileting and exercising.

• Gives treatments, perform tests, carry-out procedures and collect specimens as instructed.

• Reports and records observations and results of treatments, tests, procedures and specimens when indicated.

• Transfers, transports and escorts residents as needed.

• Answers signal lights promptly.

• Changes bed linens, makes beds and keeps rooms clean and orderly.

Certified Medication Aide Duties:

• Safely prepares, administers, and charts oral, topical, and suppository drugs. The medication aide who prepares the medicine administers same.

• Checks and prepares each does immediately preceding administration.

• Follows administration protocols.

Other Duties:

• Maintains safe and sanitary workstations and equipment.

• Encourages independence, attendance at activities, restorative programs and rehabilitation.

• Attends in-service training and education sessions when assigned.

• Performs specific work duties and responsibilities as assigned by supervisor.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS:

Frequent standing, stooping, bending, stretching, squatting. May be exposed to blood and body fluids which may contain HIV and/or HBV. Must be able to transport residents via wheelchair, gerichair, or shower chair, pushing up to 150 pounds unassisted. Must be able to transfer, life, turn, and position a resident weighing over 125 pounds. Must be able to stoop, bend, stretch, squat, stand, and walk for up to 90% of the workday. May be subjected to offensive odors and/or combative behavior. Must be able to reach up to a level of six feet. Must be able to lift and carry up to 20 pounds frequently and 50 pounds occasionally. Must be able to push a dietary cart up to 40 pounds unassisted.