Certified Medication Aide

4 weeks ago

Dubuque, Iowa, United States Hillcrest Family Services Full time
Job Details

Job Location: Residential Care Facility

Position Type: Full-Time/Part-Time

Education Level: High school diploma or GED

Travel Percentage: Up to 10%

Job Shift: All Shifts

Job Category: Nonprofit - Social Services

Job Description

Certified Medication Aide - Direct Support Professional (DSP) with our Residential Team

Base rate of $22.00 with shift differentials of $2.00-$3.00 per hour, based off shift type

As a Certified Medication Aide-Direct Support Professional, you are responsible for administering medications to patients under the supervision of licensed nursing staff.

The Certified Medication Aide provides support to individuals with mental health conditions and involves assisting individuals with daily living tasks, promoting independence, and enhancing their quality of life in the residential care facility setting.

Responsibilities
  • Accurately administer medications to clients according to prescriptions and facility policies.
  • Ensure the correct dosage, timing, and method of delivery (oral, topical, etc.) of medication.
  • Monitor clients after medication administration for adverse reactions or side effects.
  • Record medication administration details in the Medication Administration Record (MAR).
  • Maintain accurate and thorough records of medication administration and client responses.
  • Follow facility protocol and adhere to state regulations for safe medication handling and administration.
  • Encourage and educate clients about the importance of adhering to their medication plan.
  • Assist clients with tasks like cooking, cleaning, showering, toileting, shopping, and managing money.
  • Assist clients in developing social skills, engaging in hobbies, and participating in community events or recreational activities.
  • Encourage clients to participate in activities that foster self-reliance, decision-making, and personal growth.
  • Coach clients to appropriately cope with emotions, thoughts, behaviors, and other struggles.
  • Implement Evidence Based Mental Health Programs with clients.
  • De-escalate emotionally charged clients when needed.
  • Ensure the safety of all those involved (monitor meals, behaviors, activities).
  • Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team that includes nurses, prescribers, therapists, and other support staff.
  • Communicate with the multidisciplinary team via daily documentation in the Electronic Health Record (EHR) and verbal report.
Requirements
  • Medication Aid certification
  • High school diploma or equivalent required (GED or NCR accepted)
What Makes You Stand Out
  • Good teamwork mentality and client focused work ethic
  • Prior experience working with adults who have chronic mental health challenges
  • Valid drivers license and ability to meet agency driving requirements
  • Prior experience with health care documentation
  • CPR/First Aid certification
Benefits
  • Competitive benefits package for full-time employees working 30+ hours a week
  • Health insurance (up to 79% employer paid)
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • 401(k) with profit sharing and employer match
  • Paid time off (accrue up to 80 hours during first year of employment; increases based on tenure with agency)
  • 10 paid holidays
  • 80 hours sick time
  • 2 wellness days
  • Staff development and training
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility for federal student loans
  • Employer paid CEU's through Relias
  • On-site primary care
  • PerkSpot - employee discount program
  • MeMD - virtual health provider for you and your family
  • Free talk therapy
  • $0 Telehealth/urgent care
  • Discounted psychiatry
  • Employee assistance program
  • Advancement opportunities

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