Medication AideNursing Office Coordinator (3114)
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Job Summary
Position Summary:
The Medication Aide/Nursing Office Coordinator supports resident care and unit operations by coordinating staffing schedules and nursing office functions while assisting with safe medication administration under the direction of licensed nursing staff. Working closely with nursing leadership and interdisciplinary team members this role helps promote a collaborative well-organized care environment focused on resident needs and daily operational efficiency. This position ensures appropriate staffing coverage facilitates effective communication across departments and maintains accurate scheduling and administrative addition the Medication Aide/Nursing Office is expected to function in the Medication Aides role on an as-needed basis during staffing shortages or urgent coverage situations while maintaining primary responsibility for staffing coordination operations. The role contributes to efficient operations regulatory compliance and a safe person-centered care environment while being part of a supportive team committed to quality care and strong coordination across the organization.
Key Responsibilities:
Licenses and Certifications Required:
Educational Requirements:
Experience Requirements:
Special Skills or Training Requirements:
Physical Requirements:
The Medication Aide/Nursing Office Coordinator alternates between administrative and clinical support duties requiring prolonged periods of sitting computer use and frequent standing and walking within the unit. The role includes bending reaching and occasional assistance with resident mobility or handling of medication carts and supplies. Adequate vision hearing and manual dexterity are necessary for scheduling tasks medication administration and effective communication.
Environmental Requirements:
This role functions within a long-term care setting that includes both office and resident care environments. Exposure to infectious diseases bodily fluids cleaning agents and varying resident behaviors is expected requiring adherence to infection prevention and PPE protocols. The environment may involve frequent interruptions moderate noise levels and changing priorities requiring flexibility organization and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast paced setting.
The Medication Aide/Nursing Office Coordinator supports resident care and unit operations by coordinating staffing schedules and nursing office functions while assisting with safe medication administration under the direction of licensed nursing staff. Working closely with nursing leadership and interdisciplinary team members this role helps promote a collaborative well-organized care environment focused on resident needs and daily operational efficiency. This position ensures appropriate staffing coverage facilitates effective communication across departments and maintains accurate scheduling and administrative addition the Medication Aide/Nursing Office is expected to function in the Medication Aides role on an as-needed basis during staffing shortages or urgent coverage situations while maintaining primary responsibility for staffing coordination operations. The role contributes to efficient operations regulatory compliance and a safe person-centered care environment while being part of a supportive team committed to quality care and strong coordination across the organization.
Key Responsibilities:
- Coordinate and maintain staffing schedules to ensure adequate coverage based on resident needs census and regulatory requirements.
- Communicate staffing updates call-ins and coverage needs with nursing leadership and team members to support continuity of care.
- Administer prescribed medications in accordance with established protocols under the supervision of licensed nursing staff.
- Prepare and maintain accurate medication and staffing documentation ensuring compliance with organizational policies and regulatory standards.
- Monitor residents for changes in condition or medication-related concerns and promptly report findings to the nurse in charge.
- Maintain organized office systems medication storage areas and supplies to support efficient operations and a safe care environment.
- Medication Aide duties are on an as needed basis during staffing shortages or urgent coverage situations while maintaining primary responsibility for staffing coordination operations.
Licenses and Certifications Required:
- Current North Dakota MedAide II or MedAide III certification
- Current North Dakota CNA certification
Educational Requirements:
- None
Experience Requirements:
- 1 to 2 years of CNA experience preferred but not required
Special Skills or Training Requirements:
- Must be organized
- Good communication skills
Physical Requirements:
The Medication Aide/Nursing Office Coordinator alternates between administrative and clinical support duties requiring prolonged periods of sitting computer use and frequent standing and walking within the unit. The role includes bending reaching and occasional assistance with resident mobility or handling of medication carts and supplies. Adequate vision hearing and manual dexterity are necessary for scheduling tasks medication administration and effective communication.
Environmental Requirements:
This role functions within a long-term care setting that includes both office and resident care environments. Exposure to infectious diseases bodily fluids cleaning agents and varying resident behaviors is expected requiring adherence to infection prevention and PPE protocols. The environment may involve frequent interruptions moderate noise levels and changing priorities requiring flexibility organization and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast paced setting.
Required Experience:
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Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic health care systems in the nation. It is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 25 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, the Trinity ... View more
