MEDICATION AIDE, PART TIME

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Job Field: Hospitality Jobs
Location: EAST WENATCHEE, WA
Salary: $10.00 - $10.25
Job Type: Part Time

JOB SUMMARY:

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 <td align="left">MEDICATION AIDE, PART TIME (FLEXIBLE SCHEDULE) JOB DESCRIPTION: The Medication Aide is responsible for medications, treatments and resident care duties as assigned by the Resident Care Coordinator. This position administers medications according to acceptable standards; acts under the guidance and delegation of a licensed Registered Nurse; ensures that the next shift has a responsible and qualified staff member on duty to administer resident medications. If appropriate, answers questions of residents and their family members; ensures the medication area is kept clean. - Administers medication and treatments as assigned within the scope of practice - Maintains upkeep and cleanliness of medication carts and medication room; keeps appropriately stocked; maintains recording - Takes and records vital signs as ordered and otherwise when necessary i.e. monthly or daily - Will set- up tables in preparation for meals; assist with serving meals, drinks and food to the residents; assist with clean-up - Pick up laundry from resident apartments; collect garbage from apartments daily - Chart any unusual incident of information needing to be passed on to the Communication Log; medical information, doctor order changes; Report any emergencies to the person in charge; incident reports - Housekeeping duties for common areas that will include, but not limited to vacuuming dusting, straightening up, wiping tables and chairs, clean bathrooms, restock paper, etc - Perform other tasks as assigned by Supervisor JOB REQUIREMENTS: WorkSource will refer applicants to the employer who meet the following qualifications. These qualifications must be addressed specifically in the application materials. - Must be minimum of 18 years of age - Must be a high school graduate or equivalent, GED - Must have either HCA or NAR certification - Must have six (6) months on-the-job experience as a Caregiver for seniors; dependable. - Must be able to read Daily Communication Logs - Must have strong command of the English language sufficient to read and write and interpret medical and administrative information - Must be able to perform frequent lifting of less than or equal to 50 pounds - Must have good hand dexterity - Must have knowledge of proper transfer techniques and body mechanics to transfer residents with appropriate assistance (gait belt, transfer board, Hoyer lift, Camel) - Must have current First Aid/ CPR card - Ability to follow directions In addition, the employer will provide further screening for the following: - Must pass criminal background check and pre-employment drug screening. - Must enjoy working with the elderly; have patience, be cheerful and enthusiastic - Must deal with the public, visitors and residents in a tactful, graceful and caring manner - Able to handle complaints graciously - Must be able to work cooperatively with other team members - Must meet employer grooming standards - May be additional qualifications to meet state regulations - Prior Supervisory experience is helpful PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: - Prefer Certified Nursing Assistant - Nurse delegation is preferred HOURS / DAYS / SCHEDULE: -Generally rotating, but flexible scheduling. SALARY / WAGE / BENEFITS: -Starting wage between $10.00 and 10.25 per hour DOE. CLOSING DATE / DEADLINE: -This position is open until filled or when advised by employer. HOW TO APPLY/REQUEST A REFERRAL: For a referral to this position, contact your nearest WorkSource office with this job order number to verify that you meet all the above Job Requirements, and to obtain further information. Upon being referred, this employer requests qualified individual applies by completing a company application. Federal law requires employers to document that each new employee is authorized to work in the United States. New employees must establish both identify and employment authorization on Form I-9 </td>
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GED/HS Equivalency FIRST AID/ CPR

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