Certified Medication Tech - CMT - Surrey Place - Skilled Nursing

Under the direction and supervision of the RN. The CMT is responsible for preparing and administering proper medications. Is responsible for performing direct resident care such as ADL, ambulation, transfers, feeding and activities. Is responsible for adhering to pertinent nursing standards and Surrey Place policies. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission and values.

1. Performs medication delivery as follows: 15%

a. Take medication report from previous shift and complete report for following shift.

b. Administer prescribed medications to residents as medication certification defines. (NO sub , IM, IV med.)

c. Pass all ordered po/prn medications

d. Pass oral, topical, ophthalmic and inhalation medications.

e. Document all medications administered to residents.

f. Conduct regular narcotic counts.

g. Reorder meds as needed. h. Notify nursing supervisor/or any potential problems i. Note changes in resident's condition and report them to nursing supervisor.

j. Clean and stock med cart and med room. k. Receive and store meds from pharmacy

l. Test resident's blood to determine glucose levels and report findings to R.N./L.P.N.

2. Performs resident care as follows: 20% a. Position resident

b. Assist with toileting

c. Applies ice packs

d. Assists with transfers, ambulation

e. Assist with bathing, oral hygiene, skin care etc.

f. Takes daily weights

g. Applies TED hose h. Applies simple oxygen and change tanks i. Perform VS and apical pulses

j. Assist with procedures

k. Report pertinent resident changes to nurse l. Plans and carries out activities. 3. Delivers resident's meals and assists resident with feeding 10% a. Check meals for correct diet prior to serving b. Assist with room trays as needed

c. Assist in MDR as needed.

d. Passes snacks

e. Passes water on unit

4. Documentation 10%

a. Records input/output, consumption, VS etc.

b. Records all resident's charges

c. Mark laundry to identify residents clothing

d. Utilize and update Kardex

e. Complete monthly summary and dementia rating scale under supervision of R.N.

5. Equipment 10% a. Maintain cleanliness of equipment

b. Assist in inventory of supplies

c. Stock linen carts d. Restock resident rooms e. Operational knowledge of all equipment

f. Disinfects tubs/showers after each use

6. Responds to STAT situations and protocols as appropriate 2%

7. Assists with admission, discharge and treatments 15%

8. Sorts laundry appropriately 1%

9. Environment 3% a. Keeps resident rooms, nursing station, halls etc. tidy

b. Report maintenance repairs

c. Empty trash in resident rooms.

10. Rounds on residents every 2 hours 5%

11. Attend inservices/education programs to maintain required continuing education 1%

12. Participates in OPOC, restraint rounds. 1%

13. Assist and conduct activities 5% a. Chauffeurs license

b. In-house and off-site activities.

14. Performs other work duties as assigned. 2%

Employee is required to stand and walk frequently (34-66% of the time). Employee must lift/carry frequently Employee may be required to lift over 100 lbs with assistance. Employee is frequently required to bend, squat, kneel and reach forward occasionally (1-33% of the time). Employee is required to perform simple grasping, pushing/pulling and fine manipulation. Employee is occasionally exposed to the following environmental conditions: Temperature changes, dust, noise, fumes, electrical hazards, and CRT terminal work. Employee may be exposed to blood/air borne pathogens. Verbal and cognitive abilities are necessary. Motor coordination and manual dexterity are required. Speech, hearing and visual acuity are essential. Work shifts may vary to meet specific patient care demands. Employee must demonstrate an ability to work with people tactfully and exhibit qualities of sound judgment.

High School Diploma or equivalent.