Compassionate Resident Aide assisting elderly patients with day-to-day medicatio

*Exercises independent judgment and discretion in the performance of personnel tasks with the understanding that the responsibilities are not routine or limited to resident care matters. * Maintains a clean, safe environment in the community. *As per state regulations and completion of required training/certification, administers or assists with self-administration of medication and treatments as prescribed by the health care provider. *Observes resident’s response to existing treatment plan, is aware of prominent medication interactions and side effects, and observes resident for occurrence of such and notifies supervisor. * Adheres to community infection control policies and procedures. *Responsible for daily documentation in resident records according to state regulations where applicable, such as completing necessary forms, charts, reports, etc., and submit these as may be required. * Observes and documents the health and emotional condition of each resident, promptly reporting all changes to the supervisor. *Follow the facility’s procedures allowing residents to self-administer his or her medications. *Monitoring and documenting all aspects of such self-administering. * Exhibits understanding of and follows medication policies and procedures. *Receives and report on all residents. *Provides direct resident care.