LPN Medication Nurse
Company: Sunrise Senior Living
Location: Baton Rouge
Posted on: September 22, 2024
Job Description:
Overview
The LPN Medication Care Manager is responsible for providing the
highest degree of quality care and services by administering
medication and treatments in a safe organized manner.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to administration of
medications, documentation of medication administration, conducting
SHUs, and providing resident care while demonstrating the Mission
for Sunrise Senior Living, "to champion the quality of life for all
seniors" in accordance with federal, state/provincial, and local
laws, standards and regulations and Sunrise Senior Living policies
to promote the highest degree of quality care and services to our
residents.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities:As a part of the Sunrise team, supporting our
Mission, Principles of Service and Core Values is a fundamental
part of this job. Our foundational belief is the sacred value of
human life. The unique responsibilities for this role include but
are not limited to the essential functions listed as
follows:Medication Administration:
- Provides the highest degree of quality care and services by
administering medication and treatments in a safe organized
manner.
- Reviews, reads, notates, and initializes Daily Log to document
and learn about pertinent information about residents.
- Receives medication updates from Resident Care Director (RCD)
or Wellness Nurse.
- Administers, assists with, and observes medications and
treatments for each resident using the medication administration
record and the Six Rights of Medication Pass ("Right" resident,
medication, dosage, time, route, right to refuse).
- Ensures that medications are passed according to times.
- Documents and initials as medications are given and ensures
that appropriate documentation is completed for refusal or missed
doses.
- Maintains confidentiality of all resident information including
resident medication among other residents.
- Reports all resident concerns made while administering the
medication to the RCD or Wellness Nurse.
- Restocks medication cart after all medication passes.
- Assists in checking medication regardless of packaging
system.
- Assesses the residents to determine need for "as needed
medication" and appropriately documents and reports to
supervisor.
- Counts all narcotics with another Medication Care Manager (MCM)
or Lead Care Manager (LCM) each shift.
- Maintains and cleans the Medication Room, medication carts and
treatment carts for neatness, cleanliness, availability of
medications, and expired medications.
- Follows re-fill process for medications.
- Helps residents maintain independence and promotes dignity and
physical safety of each resident adhering to the Sunrise Principles
of Service.
- Strives to understand and respond to each resident with
empathy, always remaining mindful of the resident's unique
communication patterns, history, and basic human needs.
- Practices routinely good standard care precautions of
cleanliness, hygiene, and health .
- Audits medication carts.Resident Care:
- Notifies RCD of any resident and/or family concerns through the
LEAD process.
- Attends and actively participates in daily Cross Over meetings
facilitated by the LCM.
- Conducts Service and Health Updates as directed by RCD.
- Participates in the development of the Individualized Service
Plans (ISP)/Individualized Care Plans (ICP) and monthly
updates.
- Transcribes orders.Risk Management and General Safety:
- Partners with community team to ensure community is in
compliance with OSHA/British Columbia Workers Compensation Act and
Occupational Health and Safety Regulation requirements, promoting
Risk Management programs and policies, and adhering to safety rules
and regulations.
- Practices safety procedures at all times including Personal
Protective Equipment (PPE), fire extinguishers, Safety Data Sheets
(SDS), and Lockout Tagout procedures.
- Reports all accidents/incidents immediately.
- Reports all unsafe and hazardous conditions/equipment
immediately.
- Ensures any cords, carts, equipment, and other hazards are
always kept out of the way, not blocking exits and in compliance
with fire codes.
- Complies with all infection control techniques, placement of
bio-hazard containers, removal techniques, procedures, and
policies.
- Understands and practices the proper method of attending to and
disposing of, and the possibility of exposure to, blood borne
pathogens, bodily fluids, infectious waste, sharp sticks, and
hazardous materials.
- Reports occupational exposures to blood, body fluids,
infectious materials, sharp sticks and hazardous chemicals
immediately.
- Ensures oxygen tanks are stored safely, exchanges
guest/resident's tanks when empty and monitors to make sure liters
of oxygen are at prescribed levels.Training and Contributing to
Team Success:
- Actively participates as a member of a team and commits to
working toward team goals.
- Demonstrates in daily interactions with others, our Team Member
Credo.
- Commits to serving our residents and guests through our
Principles of Service.
- Contributes to the overall engagement programs and processes
(customer and team member engagement) including participating in
the team member engagement survey and engagement improvement
planning workshops.
- Attends regular meetings; Town Hall, Department Team, Cross
Over, Medication Technician and others as directed by the
Supervisor/Department Coordinator.
- Attends regular training by RCD and neighborhood
coordinators.
- May be designated as shift supervisor.
- May supervise other medication care managers.
- Maintains compliance in assigned required training and all
training required by state/province or other regulating authorities
as applicable to this role to ensure that Sunrise standards are
always met. -Qualifications:To perform this job successfully, an
individual must be able to perform each essential duty
satisfactorily. The requirements listed throughout this job
description are representative of the knowledge, skills, and
abilities required.
- LPN, LVN, or state/province specific licensed nurse
credential.
- In states/provinces where appropriate, must maintain
certifications.
- Maintain the following certifications and ongoing training and
re-education as required by Sunrise and state/provincial
regulations:
- CPR and First Aid
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Previous experience working with seniors preferred.
- Desire to serve and care for seniors.
- Ability to make choices and decisions and act in the resident's
best interest.
- Ability to react and remain calm in difficult situations.
- Ability to handle multiple priorities.
- Possess written and verbal skills for effective communication
and level of understanding.
- Demonstrates good judgment, problem solving and decision-making
skills.
- As applicable, all Sunrise team members who drive a Sunrise
vehicle must sign the Driver job description and understand the key
essential duties for safety and regulatory compliance.
Qualifications
Sunrise Senior Living has championed quality of life in senior care
for more than 30 years. We believe team members are our greatest
resource and are looking for people who share our commitment to
provide quality care for seniors and their families. It's no
surprise that many of the world's leading experts in Senior Living
entrust their career to Sunrise. -At Sunrise, you will---Make a
Difference Every DayWe are passionate about our mission - to
champion quality of life for all seniors. We deliver high-quality
care with a personal touch and encourage our residents to enjoy
life to the fullest. - -Be Part of a Uniquely Supportive
CommunityThe care-focused environment we create for residents
extends to our team members. We offer programs, rewards, and
benefits to help you live your best. - -Ignite Your PotentialWe
believe potential has no limits. We offer best-in-class leadership
development programs designed to grow our leaders. We are committed
to helping our team members achieve their career goals. -Apply
today to learn why Sunrise Senior Living is a certified Great Place
to Work -
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