At Cardinal Ritter Senior Services, part of the Archdiocese of St. Louis, we are inspired by the teachings of Jesus Christ and dedicated to providing person-centered care. We are seeking a dedicated Certified Medication Technician (CMT) to join our team within a CRSS Skilled Nursing Community. In this role, you will function under the direction of RNs and LPNs, administering medications, assisting residents, and ensuring a safe, supportive environment.
What You'll Do
- Prepare, administer, and record medications by all routes except parenteral.
- Observe, evaluate, report, and document resident responses to medications.
- Monitor and assist with resident call lights and report observations to the RN or LPN.
- Administer specified treatments and perform/record vital signs and weights as ordered.
- Safeguard medication preparation and storage areas, and reorder/remove unused medications per policy.
- Maintain accurate accounts of controlled substances and participate in monthly medication exchanges.
- Demonstrate knowledge of infection control policies to maintain a safe, clean environment.
- Pass nourishments in a timely manner and assist residents with activities of daily living.
- Attend staff meetings and in-services, and adhere to fire and disaster procedures.
- Check for resident name bands and the proper function of code alert bracelets.
- Assist RNs and LPNs as requested and perform other assigned duties.
What We're Looking For
- Must have good interpersonal communication skills.
- Must be genuinely interested in working with senior adults.
- Must be able to maintain confidentiality, loyalty, integrity, dignity, and be tactful and patient.
- Must possess personal care qualities like sensitivity, patience, honesty, cheerfulness, reliability, and a positive attitude.
- Must have initiative and use good judgment in recognizing symptoms of a resident’s change in condition.
- Must be neat and clean in personal appearance and grooming.
- Must be in good physical and emotional health.
- Must be able to perform the physical and mental functions required for the position.
Team & Environment
You will function under the direction of Registered Nurses (RNs) and Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) within our skilled nursing community.
Work Mode
This is an onsite position.
Cardinal Ritter Senior Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, or disability.
