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Administer prescribed medications to residents and maintain accurate
medical records under the supervision of licensed staff.
Verify resident identity before medication administration and
document medication dosage and time.
Monitor residents for responses to medication and report any adverse
reactions to the supervising nurse.
Assist residents with daily living activities, including personal
hygiene, meals, and mobility.
Recognize and promptly report any changes in resident conditions to
charge staff.
Take and record vital signs, reporting abnormalities per policy.
Identify medication shortages and immediately report to the
supervisor.
Maintain accurate records of resident care, intake, and output as
ordered.
Support co-workers by providing assistance as needed or requested.
Complete admission, discharge, and transfer documentation as
required.
Physical Demands:
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Standing, sitting, walking, and changing positions frequently.
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Lifting up to 25 lbs.; pushing, pulling, or lowering up to 100
lbs.
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Ability to push a resident in a wheelchair up to 350 lbs.
Utilize safety equipment such as gait belts and mechanical lifts as
required.
Safety Requirements:
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Follow proper procedures for resident care, including two-person
lifts when necessary.
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Utilize required PPE to prevent exposure to bloodborne
pathogens.
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Report work-related injuries immediately and participate in
required documentation.
Participation in company drug testing procedures.
Work Environment:
This job operates in an indoor environment with adequate lighting and
ventilation. It may include attending outdoor or public activities with
residents.
