Certified Medication Technician (CMT)

Description:

Position Summary: Provides resident care, medication administration and medication system maintenance as directed by the Charge Nurse, and in accordance with the standards, policies and practices of the department.

Essential Functions

• Works under the supervision of the Charge Nurse.
• Assists medical team in fulfilling Care Plan directives and physician orders to ensure quality care and treatments to residents.
• Prepares and administers medication in accordance with physician orders and company policies and procedures.
• Documents resident medication administration and reports any medications not given.
• Monitors residents for adverse reactions to medications or other changes in condition and reports any concerns to the Charge Nurse or DON.
• Communicates pharmacy needs or concerns to the Charge Nurse.
• Ensures cleanliness and organization of the medication carts.

NOTE: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Qualifications

• Active status on Missouri State Certified Medication Technician (CMT) Registry and Missouri CNA registry.
• Understands ethical and legal responsibilities in administering medications.
• Minimum of 1 year working in a healthcare facility offering skilled care, rehabilitation services, assisted living and/or residential care.
• Dedicated interest in assisting a senior population.

Preferred Education or Experience

• Insulin administration certified.

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