CNA - Trinity View

Job Details

Job Location
Trinity View - Arden, NC

Position Type
Full Time

Salary Range
$16.00 - $22.00 Hourly

Travel Percentage
None

Job Shift
Any

Description

BONUS $2500

2nd and 3rd shift available

Position Purpose/Summary: The purpose of the Medication Technician is to assist in the
administering of medications to residents as ordered by the attending physician, under the
direction of the attending physician and the Health Services Coordinator/Director of Nursing
Services. The administration of medications shall be in accordance with established nursing
standards, the policies, procedures, and practices of LSC, and the requirements of North
Carolina.
Essential Functions:
1. Accurately and safely prepare, administer, and document the administration of medications
for residents as prescribed by the physician utilizing the six rights of medication
administration.
2. Document all entries in the electronic MAR following LSC procedures and established
nursing standards. Follow LSC procedures for documentation of medications that are held,
refused, or self-administered by the resident.
3. Promptly notify nurse of medications errors and near-misses.
4. Ensure medications are properly labeled and follow labeling practices of LSC and the LSA
pharmacy.
5. Be familiar with the meaning and usage of common medical abbreviations, symbols, and
terms relative to the administration of medications as used by LSC, pharmacists, and
physicians.
6. Attend and participate in continuing education programs as assigned. Complete six (6) hours
annually of education related to medication administration.
7. Follow LSC procedures regarding drug receipt errors, including notifying the pharmacy and
nursing supervisor. Accurately count narcotics with out-going and on-coming shift.
8. Reflect LSC's mission, vision, values, and customer service standards in daily interactions.
9. Perform the following procedures if instructed and evaluated by nursing supervisor:
•Provide subcutaneous injections
•Perform glucometer checks
•Collect specimens, take vital signs and obtain weights
•Perform routine range of motion exercises
•Assist residents with turning, ambulation, bowel and bladder training, and incontinence
care
•Perform routine skin care, including simple dressing changes
•Apply TED hose
•Apply oxygen

Supervisory Responsibilities, if any: As assigned. May be responsible for supervising
Personal Care Aides and CNAs in some locations, depending on level of care provided.

Qualifications

Qualifications (Minimum Job Requirements):
Education: High school diploma or GED.
Completion of required 15-hour training course and clinical competency under the supervision of
the Health Services Coordinator or Director of Nursing.
Completion of state exam for "Medication Aides in Adult Care Homes" within 90 days of
completing clinical competency.
Experience: No previous experience required.
Specific skills/abilities: Successfully demonstrate competency validation under the supervision
of a registered nurse employed by LSC.
Specialized knowledge, licenses, etc: Must maintain listing on the Medication Aide Registry with
the Center for Aide Regulation and Education.
Preferences:
1. Certified Nursing Assistant (C.N.A.)
2. Personal Care Aide (PCA)
Working Conditions/Physical Requirements: (Reasonable accommodations may be made to
enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)
1. Able to lift up to 35 pounds.
2. May require prolonged standing and/or walking during which time objects are transported.
3. May require occasional bending, squatting, or reaching repeatedly.
4. Ambulatory throughout the facility.

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