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Medication Management Nurse
Legend Senior Living • Lancaster, PA 17603 • Posted 6 days ago
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Legend Senior Living is seeking a Medication Management Nurse to oversee medication administration and ensure the safe and effective use of medications for residents. This role involves passing medications on assigned shifts, monitoring medication administration for accuracy and safety, educating residents and caregivers on medication use, and collaborating with healthcare providers to optimize medication therapies. The position requires an active Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in Pennsylvania and a minimum of 2 years of clinical experience in a healthcare setting, with a focus on medication management.
Responsibilities
- Pass medications on assigned shift.
- Monitor medication administration to ensure accuracy, compliance, and resident safety.
- Conduct routine medication and treatment storage reviews in accordance with policy and procedure.
- Educate residents and caregivers on proper medication use, potential side effects, and adherence to treatment plans.
- Collaborate with healthcare providers, including physicians, pharmacists, and other nurses, to optimize medication therapies.
- Maintain accurate and detailed medication records and documentation.
- Other duties as assigned by Health Care Director
Qualifications
Required
- Active Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in Pennsylvania.
- Minimum of 2 years of clinical experience in a healthcare setting, with a focus on medication management preferred.
- Strong understanding of pharmacology, medication administration, and drug interactions.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Proficiency in electronic medication administration records (eMAR) systems.
Preferred
- Experience in personal care, long-term care, hospice, or home health settings.
- Knowledge of regulatory standards and guidelines related to medication management.
- Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
About Legend Senior Living
Legend Senior Living is an industry-leading senior living provider offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, and more across 49 residences in the United States. They focus on delivering exceptional care and creating a warm, welcoming environment for seniors, prioritizing physical, mental, and spiritual well-being. Legend Senior Living's innovative approach to care has earned them numerous awards for their outstanding services.
Full Job Description
Key Responsibilities:
- Pass medications on assigned shift.
- Monitor medication administration to ensure accuracy, compliance, and resident safety.
- Conduct routine medication and treatment storage reviews in accordance with policy and procedure.
- Educate residents and caregivers on proper medication use, potential side effects, and adherence to treatment plans.
- Collaborate with healthcare providers, including physicians, pharmacists, and other nurses, to optimize medication therapies.
- Maintain accurate and detailed medication records and documentation.
- Other duties as assigned by Health Care Director
As you enrich the lives of seniors, we want to do the same for you. Legend provides for your financial, physical and mental well-being through the following benefits:
- Standard and supplementary insurance
- Retirement program
- Paid time off
- Holiday pay
- Annual performance appraisals/evaluations
- Continuing education
- Legend of Honor bonus
- Resident move-in bonus
- Celebration/sympathy gifts
- Scholarship program
- PTO donation program
- Crisis care program
- Employee Assistance Program
Requirements
Requirements:
- Active Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in Pennsylvania.
- Minimum of 2 years of clinical experience in a healthcare setting, with a focus on medication management preferred.
- Strong understanding of pharmacology, medication administration, and drug interactions.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Proficiency in electronic medication administration records (eMAR) systems.
- Experience in personal care, long-term care, hospice, or home health settings.
- Knowledge of regulatory standards and guidelines related to medication management.
- Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
Benefits are competitive and include major medical health insurance, dental coverage, life insurance, 401(k) program, voluntary insurance, paid time off, scholarships, and associate care program.
To learn more about this outstanding opportunity, apply today!
Legend Senior Living is a drug free workplace and drug screening will be conducted at the company's discretion. This position may require the associate to work evenings and weekends as needed.
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