Aide - Medication Aide Harbor RFT

Job Title:

Medication Aide

Department:

Resident Care

Date Revised: July 2024

Reports To:

Resident Care Director

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

Job Code: 7108 Harbor;

7013 Trad

Job Summary:

Medication Aides assists with approved medications under the supervision of a nurse and within the scope of state requirements.  The Medication-Aide may also serve as the Lead Resident Care Assistant and fulfill that role’s duties and responsibilities accordingly.

Principal Duties/Responsibilities:

• Understands the ethical and legal responsibilities inherent in the assistance with  medication management.
• Reviews med book/eMAR to ensure that medication management has been completed and documented per state regulations and Benchmark standards.
• Reviews Activity of Daily Living (ADL) documentation for signatures and completion of care. Reviews and completes 72-hour log.
• Acts as lead in an emergency (e.g., elopement, fire, disaster, etc.)
• Administers/assists with medications as allowed by State Regulations.
• Charts medications administered/assisted and immediately report to the nurse those medications not administered/assisted for any reason.
• Has knowledge and understanding of the importance of prompt reporting of unwanted effects, proper storage.
• Answers emergency calls and attends to residents’ needs promptly
• Responsible for maintaining adequate supply of meds (ordering and reordering)
• Responsible for documentation of med administration/assistance on MOR or eMAR
• May supervise resident who is self-administering injectable medications
• Recognizes and can assist in the prevention of elder abuse, neglect, and exploitation
• Communicates questions, concerns, and/or discrepancies related to medication administration/assistance to Resident Care Director/Resident Care Nurse (RCD/RCN).
• Communicates any significant change of mental or physical status of resident to RCD/RCN.
• Documents/ notifies RCD/RCN of administration/assistance of PRN meds, as allowed per state regulations.
• Demonstrates proficiency at reading and understanding a Resident Care Service Plan or assignment (e.g., ADLs and introductory visits)
• Understands advanced directives and end-of-life care
• Understands quality of care/life objectives
• Reviews and demonstrates understanding of the use of Resident Care Standards and Practices with the RCD/RCN.
• Follows Infection Control protocol

Education/Experience/Licensure/Certification:

• The Medication Aide in RI, NH, ME, VA must complete a state approved training course in medication administration and receive a certificate of satisfactory successful completion. Must retain license as applicable by state regulation. Must also attend the Benchmark Medication Aide training program.
• Must complete the Benchmark Medication Aide training.
• Must demonstrate competency in accordance with the state-approved protocol in drug administration/ assistance.
• Successfully complete Medication Aide competency review (as supervised by RCD / RCN) every six months (quarterly in RI).

• Must have current certification as a nursing assistant or have successfully completed the certified home health aide or homemaker/personal care homemaker training program.
• High School education preferred
• CPR certification required or ability to obtain within six months of hire

PHYSICAL JOB ANALYSIS

JOB TITLE: Medication Tech

The principal duties and responsibilities are listed in the formal job description. This form is intended to provide a summary of the physical demands of the job.

Frequency

Frequency

Unanticipated

Seldom

 (1-5% of time)

Occasional

(6-33% of time)

Frequent

(34-66% of time)

Constant

(67-100% of time)

Unanticipated

Seldom

 (1-5% of time)

Occasional

(6-33% of time)

Frequent

(34-66% of time)

Constant

(67-100% of time)

LIFT/CARRY (OBJECTS)

EQUIPMENT

Objects up to 10 lbs.

X

Transfer Devices/Gait Belts

X

Objects 11-20 lbs.

X

Kitchen Equipment

X

Objects 21-35 lbs.

X

Ladders

X

Objects 36-75 lbs.*

X

Maintenance Equipment

X

Objects 76-100lbs.*

X

Tablets/Computers/Office

X

*Weights in excess of 35 lbs. will be reviewed for 2-person or mechanical assist

Vehicles/Driving

X

PUSH/ PULL FORCE **

ENVIRONMENTAL EXPOSURES

Wheelchair with Resident 10-50lbs.

X

Indoors

X

Resident Lift Equipment 10-60 lbs.

X

Outdoors

X

2 Wheel Dolly/ 4 Wheel Cart 5-35lbs.

X

Extreme Heat

X

Floor Cleaning Equipment 5-25 lbs.

X

Extreme Cold

X

**Push/pull force is measured as the peak force required to start object moving

Dusty

X

POSTURES

Excessive Noise

X

Sitting

X

RESIDENT MOBILITY ASSISTANCE

Standing

X

One/two person manual transfer (up to 35 lbs. lifting force per person)

X

Walking on even surface

X

Bed positioning (lateral movement of resident in bed)

X

Walking on uneven surface

X

Chair boosting (assisting resident to sit up in a chair)

X

Climbing/Stairs

X

Assist Walking with Gait Belt

X

Bend/Stoop/Twist

X

ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS

Crouching/Squatting

X

Physical Exams or Health Screenings (as required by state)

Kneel/Crawling

X

TB Test

Reach Above Shoulders

X

Annual Flu Shot

Reach Waist to Shoulders

X

COVID Vaccinations and Boosters

Reach Below Waist

X

Personal Protective Equipment (nitrile gloves, gown, mask, etc.)

Repetitive Arm Use

X

N95 Respirator (must be clean shaven such that any facial hair does not impact the respirator seal)

Repetitive Wrist/Hand Use

X

Exposure to House Pets

Hand grasping (power grip)

X

Exposure to Needles and Sharps

Fine manipulation hands/fingers

X

When working with our resident population, you may on occasion be exposed to certain risks related to medical conditions or progressive diseases such as Alzheimer's disease. These risks include communicable diseases as well as agitation and/or aggressive behaviors which may be verbal or physical. Because you are working so closely with the resident, you may be the target of this aggression. Understanding that these behaviors are related to a medical condition and/or disease process and are not in any way personal, is key to maintaining dignity and respect for our residents in all avenues of care. Benchmark is committed to workplace safety, and to the extent there is any concern relating to safety hazards in the performance of the job, you should immediately report your concerns as directed in the Employee Handbook.                                                             

Disclaimer: 

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job.  It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. 

I ______________________________ have read this job description and understand the duties and responsibilities of the position of Medication Aide. I further understand that it is my responsibility to perform my duties consistent with the highest standards of Benchmark Senior Living.

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Supervisor’s Signature                                Date