CNA/RMA [Assisted Living & Memory Support]
Company: Fort Norfolk Retirement Community Inc
Location: Chesapeake
Posted on: January 27, 2023
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Job Description:
Description:
Harbor's Edge is a premier resort-style Continuing Care Retirement
Community (CCRC) located on the harbor in Norfolk, Virginia.
Harbor's Edge has a $225 million expansion underway, the River
Tower, that includes an additional 24-story tower, doubling the
square footage and adding 147 residential living units and 20
assisted living units. When complete, Harbor's Edge will have 300
residential units in addition to a 33 bed (Medicare/Private Pay)
Skilled Nursing unit and 80 Assisted Living/Memory Care units. The
Community will employ approximately 300 employees.
Harbor's Edge is looking for a highly motivated and skilled
Full-Time Registered Medication Aide to join our Team. He/she will
be responsible for providing direct support, positive direction,
and assistance in accordance to each resident's individualized
support plan and personal outcomes.
Responsibilities
Follows individualized plan of care for each assigned resident
Assists patients with activities of daily living (ADLs) as
needed
Checks and records vital signs and weights; collects urine, stool,
and sputum specimens; and assists with bowel and bladder needs
Administers medications or treatments under the direction of a
Licensed Nurse
Assists residents with transfers and ambulation as directed and
ordered by the physician using proper body mechanics; use of
facility gait belts, back supports, and mechanical devices is
required
Encourages residents to participate in recreational activities and
assists residents in getting to activities
Provides transportation for residents within facility and, at
times, accompanies to appointments outside facility
Responds to urgent calls as needed
Reports and documents daily care
Helps admit and discharge residents according to facility
procedure
Attends in-service classes and staff meetings
Performs other duties as assigned
Requirements:
Qualifications
Must be at least 18 years old
High school diploma/GED at a minimum
Certified Nursing Assistant Certification in the Commonwealth of
Virginia
Registered Medication Aide licensed in the State of Virginia
Trained in medication administration in accordance with physician's
orders and consistent with the standards of practice in A Resource
Guide for Medication Management for Persons Authorized Under the
Drug Control Act approved VA Nursing Bd with supervision
At least one year of relevant experience
Experience and knowledge of medical terminology, medical records
management, and medical supplies and equipment
An up-beat and engaging personality
Genuine desire to work with the elderly and/or disabled
Must be able to exert 50-100 lbs of force to assist elderly in and
out of wheelchairs
Able to follow spoken and written instructions
Must be able to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family
members, visitors, and the general public
CPR and First Aid Trained with a valid certificate/card
PI201775664
Keywords: Fort Norfolk Retirement Community Inc, Chesapeake , CNA/RMA [Assisted Living & Memory Support], Healthcare , Chesapeake, Virginia
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