Eventide on Eighth- TMA

PRN- To fill in as needed.

TMA
To administer and document inhalers, eye drops, eardrops, and oral, rectal, and topical medications under the supervision and guidelines of the Resident Care Nurse. The TMA also assists in providing for the residents' physical, mental, spiritual, psychological and social needs under the supervision, guidance and teaching of the Resident Care Nurse and Resident Care Manager.

Requirements:
• Must have successfully completed and passed the state of Minnesota's approved nursing assistant training and competency evaluation program for nursing assistants.
• Must be listed on the Minnesota Nursing Assistant Registry database
• Must have successfully completed and passed the state approved Medication Administration course. Must present certificate of successful completion.
• Long Term Care experience is preferred

Essential Job Functions:
• Set up, administer, and chart all inhalers, eye drops, eardrops, and oral, rectal and topical medications given.
• Watch for side effects and report observations to the Resident Care Nurse.
• Report effectiveness concerning the administration of medication for comfort under the guidance and supervision of the Resident Care Nurse. Document the effect of the comfort medications on the medication sheets.
• Make medication schedule adjustments in consultation with the Resident Care Nurse and document in the nurses' notes as needed.
• Consult with the Resident Care Nurse as needed, keeping him/her informed of changes in residents' conditions.
• Dispense stock medication to employees only with approval of the Resident Care Nurse.
• Check all resident medications on a routine basis; supplies and reorders on a timely basis.
• Comply with rules and regulations as set forth by the Minnesota Department of Health and the Center for Medicare/Medicaid services.
• Assist with all daily living activities of the residents (oral care, hair care, dressing, feeding, bathing, toileting etc.) to ensure safety, comfort, health and hygiene as needed.
• Provide activity and exercise as required for each individual resident as needed.
• Assist in providing nutrition and fluids that help meet elimination needs when needed.
• Record pertinent information as needed.
• Dispose of medications that have previously been discontinued, following Eventide policy.
• Write physician orders on med sheets as directed by the Resident Care Nurse.

ICARE: Our Christian-influenced values empower Eventide team members to live our mission. Our values inspire our service, hospitality, performance and relationships.
ICARE Statements:
Integrity - We accept the great responsibility of providing the best care for our residents at all times.
Compassion - We treat each person with kindness, sensitivity and understanding.
Accountability - We promise to fulfill our mission by using good stewardship of our time, talents and resources.
Respect - We recognize and honor the dignity of each resident, family and team member.
Excellence - We strive to continually improve all that we do, individually and collectively.