Licensed Medication Nursing Aide, Full Time 1st Shift

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• This position is accountable for delivering patient care according to established policies and procedures.
• The position is responsible for carrying out direct physical cares, administration of medications and treatments according to physician's orders, documentation of resident needs and conditions, and when indicated, direction of other non-licensed personnel on the nursing unit.
• This position may be designated as "responsible/ charge" on a unit on a particular shift, but is accountable to the LPN for monitoring and RN for supervision.
• Communicate on a regular basis with the charge nurse regarding observations and suggestions of problem areas, resident and employee activities, concerns, needs, conditions, etc.
• Observe residents' medical, mental and emotional conditions and communicate changes to appropriate staff.
• When indicated is responsible for notifying the supervisor and family members according to prescribed procedures.
• Assist in the admission and orientation of new residents to the facility; Provide explanation and offer understanding of nursing care to residents and families according to procedures and provide support relating to medical care as appropriate.
• Maintain clinical charts and medication records and other medical and department records.
• Responsible for security of medications on the unit.
• Prepare, administer and record medications according to physicians' orders.
• Assure the inventory of medications, re-ordering as needed.
• Count and record controlled substances.
• Is responsible to notify the supervisor when resident's medication is about to be stopped or prescriptions are expiring.
• EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE: Required Degree: High School Diploma Certificate(s): Licensed Medication Nursing Aide in appropriate state Completion of a state approved program "Medication Administration for Unlicensed Personnel", including testing of skills by a licensed nurse at the facility and presentation of certificate of completion from the above course.

Experience

• 1 year experience as a
• Licensed
• Nursing
• Assistant
• Knowledge,
• SKILLS
• AND
• ABILITY: Minimum of 6 months full time experience as a nursing assistant in a long-term geriatric setting. Requires a spirit of cooperation and enthusiasm to create an atmosphere conducive to rehabilitation and growth. Proven leadership skills necessary. Good observation skills are required. The position requires the ability to treat patient information confidentially. The individual must be well organized and the ability to understand and show compassion to senior adults is essential. Must be able to communicate (written and verbal) effectively in English with residents, family and staff.
• Physical
• REQUIREMENTS: The majority of time is spent between standing and walking. There is considerable amount of bending, stooping and supporting residents. Must be able to lift weights of 25 pounds, 50 pounds with assistance and the ability to support weights of 100 pounds. Manual dexterity and keen vision are necessary in use of equipment. May be exposed to unpleasant conditions and is at risk of exposure to potentially infectious material as part of the routine job functions. #NursingSupport
• Compensation
• Pay
• Range: $20.69 - $27.87 per hour Reasonable Pay Estimate A reasonable estimate of the pay range for this position is $20.69 - $27.87 per hour. There are numerous factors taken into consideration in determining the actual offered rate of pay, including but not limited to: job-related qualifications, experience, skills, education, geographic location, and consideration of internal and external equity. For full time employees, we offer a generous benefits package that includes: Medical, dental and vision insurance Employer paid group term life and disability Paid Time Off (PTO) & six paid holidays 403(b) with a 3% employer match Fitness center use at most facilities.
• Various voluntary benefits: Life, AD&D Tuition assistance and scholarships Employee assistance program Legal services, home/auto insurance, discount purchasing program Pet Insurance For more information about Covenant Living and CovenantCare at Home, please visit www.covliving.org or www.covenantcareathome.org. Covenant Living and CovenantCare Home Health and Hospice are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by local laws, regulations, or ordinances. We believe we are a great place to work. Covenant Living & CovenantCare at Home are faith-based Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) & Home Health organization. From the establishment of our first community – Covenant Home of Chicago in 1886 – to becoming the fifth-largest not-for-profit CCRC sponsor in the LeadingAge Ziegler Top 150, our goal has been to provide outstanding care and services to senior adults. We believe we are inspired to serve. We create joy and peace of mind for residents and their families by providing a better way of life. These are the standards of behavior we hold ourselves to in serving our residents. Safety I learn & follow safety policies & procedures. I immediately report unsafe conditions for staff, residents, & guests and fix when possible. I protect residents, co-workers, & myself from unsafe conditions and practices by reporting unsafe conditions and fixing it or having it fixed. Courtesy I smile & acknowledge everyone that I encounter. I carry myself in a manner that projects positivity, approachability, & respectfulness. I address the concerns of others by actively listening & seeking solutions. Responsiveness I take initiative to respond to the needs of others in a timely manner to achieve resolution. I anticipate the needs of others and respond in a timely manner. I communicate to others who need to join me in responding to the needs of others. I return phone calls within 24 hours. I identify action steps and communicate them to all vested parties. Image I ensure our environment is professional, welcoming, & clean. I follow CL policies, procedures, & all regulations. We believe in making a difference in other’s lives. We have approximately 3,200 employees serving more than 5,000 residents in our nationwide family of continuing care retirement communities and home health. Construction and development continues on several of our 14 campuses, ensuring ever more exciting opportunities for employees to serve residents.