Job Description

SUMMARY:  Performs assigned duties that protect the safety and dignity of residents. Works

together with the Administrator and/or Assistant Administrator to ensure that the resident care

goals are being met. Supervises and assists the Medication Assistants and RCA’s when needed.

QUALIFICATIONS:  To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform

position specific job duties at an acceptable level. Job responsibilities are completed by

following established guidelines and protocols within the appropriate time frame. An

individual will also demonstrate good skills in all forms of communication. The requirements

listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable

accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential

functions.

Education and/or Experience:  The ability to read, write, speak clearly and follow

written and oral instructions.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:  Must

successfully complete and be current in all training requirements for training under ALF

regulations with AHCA.

Other skills and Abilities:  Must be aware and understand the needs of the elderly.

Must be able to recognize unusual behavior or physical condition of residents and report

those observances to the resident care supervisor. Must be thoroughly familiar with all

policies and procedures of the facility. Must be able to manage stress appropriately,

handle multiple priorities, make decisions under pressure, and have strong

organizational skills.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:  This job position requires moderate physical demands. Duties may

include frequent walking, stooping/kneeling/bending, lifting/carrying, and pushing/pulling

during work.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  Including the following but may include

other duties assigned by the supervisor. •  At the beginning of shift, read all entries and initial the Communication Log from

the

prior shift.

•  Supervise all medication passes. Report to Administrator any errors or

discrepancies regarding medication.

•  Ensures safety of residents through appropriate behavioral interventions.

•  Encourages residents to participate in activities and assists with activities as assigned

by the Activities Director.

•  Coordinate EMS and families in emergency situations.

•  Making sure that the overall appearance of the dining rooms, living rooms, and

hallways are presentable to guest and families.

•  Maintain good hygiene and practice proper hand washing technique for infection

control.

•  Maintain a monthly staffing schedule for resident care aides and med techs and

ensure those shifts are filled.

•  Reporting any unusual conditions, resident problems, etc. to the Executive Director

and/or Assistant Executive Director.

•  Follow through with resolving all Resident Observation Reports.

•  Enter resident notes into the computer daily.

•  Giving tours of the facility to visitors when possible.

•  Answer phones as needed.

•  Take residents to the doctor when possible.

•  Submit OTC label requests to doctor offices when families bring in medicines for

residents.

•  Maintain list of residents to be seen by the doctor coming that week.

•  Maintain the appointment book for residents and keep all relevant parties informed

as necessary.

•  Submit new scripts to pharmacy to be filled for that day.

•  Submit zero refill requests to the appropriate doctor.

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