Medication Aide - Work only 1/2 the year!

Do you love job variety? Does the thought of not being stuck in an office setting an entire shift appeal to you? We will train you and you will become a dedicated and compassionate individual that is responsible for assisting licensed medical professionals in administering medication to individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities at Northern Hills Training Center. This position requires a strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to patient safety and well-being. The MA will be working under the supervision and delegation of NHTC's Registered Nurse (RN).

• Full Time - Front Half positions:
  

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• 7:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. - Work Week 1 (48 hours): Sun
• , Mon, Tue, and Wed. Work Week 2 (36 hours): Sun, Mon, and Tue.
  

• Wage: $17.92 per hour and 1.5X pay on Saturday and Sunday.
  

• Administer medication to patients under the delegation and supervision of a RN, ensuring compliance with established protocols and procedures.
  
• Medication Administration: Giving scheduled medications under direct supervision of a licensed nurse. This may include, oral, sublingual, eye, ear, nasal, rectal, topical, transdermal, vaginal, and inhalation administration. UMAs may also measure liquid medication or crush tablets for administration.
  
• Documenting medication administration according to agency policy and procedures. This may include documenting intake, reporting effectiveness of medications, and reporting allergic reactions and other adverse effects.
  
• Support individuals with disabilities in maintaining their health and well-being by assisting with routine health-related tasks such as blood pressure monitoring, weight monitoring, intake and output measurements, temperature checks, and other delegated healthcare tasks.
  
• Provide first aid and emergency care, as needed.
  
• MAs will adhere to all regulatory requirements, agency policies and procedures, best practices in medication administration and healthcare delivery with a strong focus on patient safety and quality of care.
  
• MAs will collaborate with the interdisciplinary team, including the RN, LPN, DMS, MSAs, and other NHTC employees to provide comprehensive and coordinated care that is tailored to the unique needs of each individual.
  
• Other duties include activities of daily living, hygiene, toileting, self-exams, and other specified care needs.
  

• Accountability - Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.
  
• Accuracy - Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
  
• Communication, Oral - Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word.
  
• Communication, Written - Ability to communicate in writing clearly and concisely.
  
• Empathetic - Ability to appreciate and be sensitive to the feelings of others.
  
• Ethical - Ability to conform to a set of values and accepted standards.
  
• Honesty / Integrity - Ability to be truthful and be credible in the workplace.
  
• Patience - Ability to act calmly under stress and strain, and of not being hasty or impetuous.
  
• Safety Awareness - Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety.
  
• Problem Solving - Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work-related problems.