Description
Bishop Gadsden is hiring committed team members who are seeking a variety of hours per week. Nestled on beautiful James Island just minutes from downtown Charleston, this is more than a job. It's an opportunity to build relationships, grow your career, and make a difference every day. We're seeking a dedicated PRN CNA/Med Tech to join our Myers Hall Assisted Living team.
A Typical Evening as a Medication Assistant:
- Administer medications accurately using the six rights of medication administration
- Monitor residents and report changes in condition to licensed nursing staff
- Document care and medication administration in the electronic health record (EHR)
- Maintain medication inventories and coordinate timely reorders
- Complete narcotic counts at shift change and report discrepancies immediately
- Follow all medication storage, handling, and destruction procedures
- Communicate effectively with nurses, residents, and family members
- Help create a safe, comfortable environment for residents
Requirements
What We Need In A Candidate:
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- High school graduate or equivalent.
- Experience in all aspects of long term care for the elderly preferred.
- Minimum one year of proven, documented Med Tech or Medication Aide experience, required.
- Current SC Nurse Aide Registry C.N.A. Certification, in good standing, preferred.
- Current CPR/AED certification or ability to obtain CPR/AED certification upon employment.
- Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and written.
- Ability to stand, stoop, bend, reach, and lift (up to 50 pounds).
- Ability to read and comprehend numbers and written material.
- Ability to represent the Bishop Gadsden community professionally both in manner and appearance.
What A Candidate Can Expect From Bishop Gadsden:
- Retirement plans, with employer matching
- FREE Telemedicine services
- Employee Assistance Programs
- Free parking on-site
- Paid holidays with free holiday meal
- Scholarship opportunities for education and student debt
Salary Description
$17.42/hr-$18.48/hr (based on experience)