Job Description
LPN THIS IS NOT A MED TECH POSITION Full Time / 40 hours per week Monday-Friday - NO WEEKENDS 6:45 A.M. - 3:15 P.M. LPN PAY RANGE: $29.00 - $36.00 SUMMARY: The primary purpose of a Certified Medication Aide is to assist in the administering of medications to residents as ordered by the attending physician, under the direction of the attending physician, the Nurse Supervisor or the Charge Nurse and the Director of Nursing. The administration of medications shall be in accordance with established nursing standards, the policies, procedures, and practices of Fahrney-Keedy, and the requirements of the State. DELEGATION OF AUTHORITY: As a Certified Medication Aide, you are delegated the administrative authority, responsibilities, and accountability necessary for carrying out your assigned duties. EMPLOYMENT AT WILL: Employment with Fahrney-Keedy is “at will.” Either the associate or Fahrney-Keedy may terminate the employment relationship for any reason at any time without notice, regardless of the length of employment or the granting of benefits of any kind, including but not limited to benefits which provide for vesting based on length of service. CONFIDENTILITY: Fahrney-Keedy associates recognize that Fahrney-Keedy has and will have information regarding financial, personal, and medical affairs and other vital information (collectively, “information”) which are valuable, special, and unique assets of Fahrney-Keedy. Associates agree that they will not at any time or in any manner solicit, collect, or divulge any Information to any third party without the prior written consent of Fahrney-Keedy. This information is Company property which may not be disclosed outside the facility unless properly released for publication. Associates will protect the Information and treat it as strictly confidential. Associates should not discuss Fahrney-Keedy affairs with others JOB FUNCTION: Every effort has been made to identify the essential functions of this position. However, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties you will be required to perform. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or is an essential function of the position. ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: DRUG ADMINISTRATION & RESIDENT CARE RATINGS: 3 = Exceeds Expectations 2 = Meets Expectations 1 = Needs Improvement ANNUAL EVALUATION DATE: ____/____/____ NOTES: Accurately and safely prepares, administers, and documents the oral and/or topical medications that are commonly used in the facility and that may be ordered for resident use by the attending physician or the Medical Director. Verifies that any medications brought into the facility by a newly admitted resident are examined and identified by the attending physician or the facility pharmacy. Follows the labeling policies and practices of the facility. Ensures that all medications administered are properly labeled. Assists with medication charting as directed by the Nurse Supervisor or Charge Nurse. Follows facility procedures for charting of medications. Follows facility policies and procedures for destroying of medications; assists in carrying out these rules under the direction of the Director of Nursing, including documentation requirements. Assists in documenting and removing medications that are discontinued by the attending physician. Follows facility procedures governing drug receipt errors, including notifying the delivery source and the Director of Nursing. Ensures that medication is returned and reordered except emergency drugs. Ensures that documentation of the drug receipt error includes a written error report, signed by an observer/witness and you. Follows facility procedures in holding medications for residents who are transferred from the facility or when the attending physician discontinues medications. Accurately measures, records, and reports the vital signs of residents. Observes and verifies that medication is ingested or applied as directed. Documents any instance where prescribed medication is not administered including reason(s) for refusal. Promptly notifies the Charge Nurse, Nurse Supervisor, or Director of Nursing of any errors or reactions to medications by residents. Follows the medication card practices of the facility. Ensures that no medication is administered without a written, signed, dated order from an attending licensed physician. Follows the facility procedure for recording the order in the resident's clinical record,