Medication Tech - Senior Living

Medication Tech

Type: Full Available

Shifts: Day shift (6AM - 2PM), Evening Shift (2PM-10PM) and Night Shift (10pm-6am)

Various schedule, weekend availability needed

Wage: $15-$17/hr DOE

Location: Avamere at Las Vegas- 6031 West Cheyenne Avenue, Las Vegas, NV 89108

Apply at www.TeamAvamere.com

The primary role of the Medication Tech is to administer medications and provide direct care to residents.  

• Pass medications according to physician orders, delegated by and under the supervision of a licensed nurse and in accordance with facility policy.
• Administer accurately and timely.
• Record medications administered in the resident’s record.
• Notify the pharmacy (or family when applicable) when medications need to be refilled.
• Maintain a clean and organized medication cart and medication room.
• Monitor and report any/all side effects of medications to the Director of Health Services.
• Obtain/provide shift report. Record sufficient information related to medication administration to implement accurate changes to medication orders.
• Follow comprehensive care plans related to medication administration based on each resident’s needs and their comprehensive assessment as assigned.
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