Job Details

Robson Reserve Sun Lakes is looking for caring, passionate and kind Medication Technicians and Certified Caregivers.

***$1500 Retention Bonus (paid out in $500 installments at 6, 12, and 18 months of employment) for full time employees

Shifts Available

• Sun-Thurs 6am-2:30pm
• Tues-Sat 6-2:30pm

PURPOSE OF POSITION /SUMMARY

The primary function of the Caregiver/Med Tech is to provide care and assistance to residents of the community, which will also include appropriately administering medications to assisted living residents. These services are established according to physician orders and resident needs according to Arizona state regulations. This position combined will provide personalized care and services to assisted living residents, which is determined by the resident service plan level of care. The expectation is knowing first and foremost all medtechs are caregivers and should provide resident care after medication administration.

Care for residents can include personal hygiene, mobility, hydration, meals and between meal nourishment and toileting. Other job duties include checking vital signs, documenting resident records and observing resident behavior and immediately reporting any behavior which is not normal for that resident to the manager.

Ensures residents are well cared for in an environment that encourages independence and individuality while providing appropriate assistance. Treats all residents with dignity and respect while creating a home-like environment. Will be expected to follow all Arizona State Assisted Living rules and regulations and maintain/protect privacy and confidentiality of resident information. As a Caregiver/Medtech the expectation of the job duties may differ from the morning shift to the night shift. Employees working in the Senior Living division may directly or indirectly be exposed to infectious diseases and/or biological hazards. Will perform other job duties as assigned.

PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Medication Administration and Monitoring – Responsibilities include assisting and/or administering medications to residents according to their individual EMAR(Electronic Medication Administration Record). Follow the six (6) medication “rights” (right resident, right drug, right dosage, right time, right route and right record) with each medication administered or assistance.
• According to medication standards check the six “rights” of medication administration at the following three times: 1) when medication is taken from med cart or cabinet; 2) immediately before assisting/administering medication; 3) immediately following assisting/administering medication.
• Check blood pressure involved with medication administration/assistance per physician order; provide residents with assistance as needed; complete monthly and as needed vitals testing; respond to resident emergencies appropriately and report to appropriate manager. Will require completion of incident reports to ensure compliance with mandated regulations. Recordkeeping and Documentation - Document clearly and accurately each medication given, held, refused, discontinued, changed, destroyed or returned according to policy. Maintain appropriate medical supplies and update inventory as needed for medication carts.
• Medication administration times will vary from 7am – 10am; 1pm -3pm;
• 4pm-5pm; 6-7:30pm (Day Shift/Evening Shift) 7pm-10pm; 10pm -6am (As needed Medication; PRN) 6am – 7:30am (Night Shift). Order/restock med cart/cabinet as needed, check medication expiration routinely, maintain neat and organized med cart for all shifts.
• Daily interaction with residents requiring assistance and quality resident care according to the individualized service plan and resident preference. May involve personal care such as providing assistance with dressing, showering, toileting, checking vital signs, skin checks and other similar types of care. Will be expected to communicate with families, physicians and other healthcare professionals appropriately; may attend/participate in assisted living/community activities or functions; resident trash pick-up; resident laundry. Maintain resident records associated with assisted living services, including recording daily transactions or care of residents.
• Communicate with care staff and management at shift change to update status of residents ensuring continuity and quality of care. Communicate with Health Services Administrator, Nursing Supervisor and Mid-level management as needed. Maintain effective and productive staff relationships to ensure continuity of care.
• Complete required in-service training including certifications per State regulations and community policies.
• Respond to and notify appropriate staff member in the event of a resident emergency or incident.

EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION/COMPUTER/TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS

• 1+ Years experience in medication administration or on the job training within the community in addition to 3+ months experience in directed care service for seniors
• Current certification as assisted living caregiver in state of Arizona (Supervisory, personal and directed)
• Adult CPR
• Certified TB Test - Annually
• First Aid Certified
• Current Fingerprint Card
• Food Handlers Card
• In house pharmacy certification or outside accredited pharmacy Medtech certification.
• Must be able to read, write and speak English
• Basic computer skills.

The Robson Companies has a well-established history of successful master-planned active adult communities and has expanded their residential projects to include senior living. The Robson Companies are actively involved with every phase of each senior living community starting with feasibility, planning, development, and construction to the day-to-day operations and proactive future planning.

In 2000, the first Robson Senior Living Community, Renaissance, opened in Sun Lakes, Arizona and offered 180 independent living apartment homes. Due to the success of this facility, additional buildings were added to the complex bringing the total number of units to 434. Recently rebranded as Robson Reserve at Sun Lakes, this award-winning community offers independent living, assisted living and memory care with a wealth of amenities and services.

EEO: We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

*Full-Time employees are offered a comprehensive and competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, company paid life insurance; paid sick, vacation and holidays; and 401(k) plan with a company match.