Medication Assistant / Care Partner / 6:30P-6:30A

Essential Functions:

• Checks each of the six (6) rights of medication administration three(3)different times: (1) When the medication is taken out of themed cart or cabinet; (2) Immediately before assisting with themedication; (3) Immediately after assisting with the medication.

• Assists with medications to residents according to their MedicationObservation Record (MOR)

• Documents clearly and accurately on the MOR after a medicationis taken or given, refused, held, discontinued, changed, disposedof, returned, in accordance with policy

• Maintains a neat, clean, organized med cart/cabinet and restocks asneeded

• Provides residents with any treatments required as part of theirindividual service plan

• Promotes and protects the rights to safe, prompt, and confidentialtreatment

• Answers and responds immediately to resident calls

• Respects the resident's right to refuse medication and/or treatment

• Explains to the resident what medication is being given and why,prior to assisting with or administering the medication

• Observes the resident for any adverse reaction to the medicationand reports to the DRC and/or supervisor immediately

• Reports any and all medication errors honestly and immediately

• Seeks assistance and advice from supervisor immediately if thereare any doubts or questions when assisting with or administeringmedications or treatments

• Responds to on-the-job injuries in accordance with policy

• Notifies supervisor of any concerns or questions presented by theresident's family member(s)

• Adheres to universal precautions and all other infection controlguidelines

• Disposes infectious and/or potentially infectious waste accordingto OSHA regulations

• Demonstrates respectful behavior in all interactions with residents, families, staff and other visitors to the community

• Performs specific work duties as assigned by supervisor

• Demonstrates knowledge of emergency procedures

• Meets or exceeds health standards for appearance, sanitation and hygiene

Non-Essential Functions:

• Leads by example exhibiting the CORE Values through servantleadership

• Encourages teamwork and promotes company philosophy

• Attends required community meetings and participates Life Enrichment activities when able

• Completes all required courses in adherence with HRA University

• Is prompt and able to perform the required duties of the position one regular, predictable basis

• Becomes familiar and understands how to report a missing person using the Safe Return program or equivalent

All associates are responsible for maintaining a safe and secure environment for all community residents