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Pinecrest Assisted Living Facility

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Direct Care Staff & Registered Medication Assistant

PINECREST ASSISTED LIVING FACILITY

Danville, VA • On-site

$15 - $23/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 8 days ago

Job description

Job Summary: We are looking for a dedicated Direct Care Staff /Registered Medication Assistant who demonstrates a caring approach to the residents that have been entrusted to PineCrest Assisted Living Facility. A Direct Care Staff / Registered Medication Assistant must provide the highest degree of quality care & services by assisting residents with their basic needs and by administering medication and treatments in a safe, organized manner.   
Responsibilities:  
  • Provide care to residents and assist with any daily living needs such as bathing & shaving 
  • Administer medication and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers  
  • Conduct inventory on Med carts, check E-MAR to confirm residents received medication 
  • Check-in pharmacy deliveries  
  • Secure all controlled medications after they have been counted & appropriately documented in the Control Book 
  • Check both Med carts daily to reorder medications and to appropriately dispose of outdated medications 
  • Assist with medical emergencies (protocols)  
  • Knowledge of Facility Policy & Procedures 
  • Monitor the physical, mental, and emotional conditions of residents and report changes to designated parties 
  • Make doctor appointments & cancel appointments if needed 
  • Arrange or provide transportation to appointments 
  • Prepare paperwork for next-day appointments  
  • Notify residents of mealtimes, “med pass,” activities times, upcoming appointments, etc. 
  • Assist Dietary & Environmental Services Department, as needed  
  • Communicate at shift change any important information to the oncoming RMA, count controlled pills together, and entrust key to oncoming RMA 
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment  
QUALIFICATIONS:
  •  A high school diploma
  • Experience and training as a direct care staff or in a similar capacity is preferred
  • A Valid Driver's License
Compensation
Hourly Rate: $15.00 - $23.00 per hour
The hourly range listed represents the good-faith compensation range for this position in accordance with Virginia law. Starting pay will be determined based on the candidate's relevant experience, qualifications, demonstrated skills, and the responsibilities of the position. PineCrest Assisted Living Facility is committed to providing competitive and equitable compensation while recognizing employee performance, professional growth, and contributions to delivering exceptional resident care.