CommonSpirit Health was formed by the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health. With more than 700 care sites across the U.S. from clinics and hospitals to home-based care and virtual care services CommonSpirit is accessible to nearly one out of every four U.S. residents. Our world needs compassion like never before. Our communities need caring and our families need protection. With our combined resources CommonSpirit is committed to building healthy communities advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable and innovating how and where healing can happen both inside our hospitals and out in the community.
Immediate opportunity for a Receptionist/Certified Medication Aide - Immanuel Psych Associates Clinic
***Will assist in Medication Aide certification after being hired***
With you in mind, we offer the following benefits to support your work/life balance:
Health/Dental/Vision Insurance Direct Primary Plan (No copay, no deductible, and access to CHI Health provider 24/7)Premium Access to our Family Care Program supporting your needs for childcare, pet care, and/or adult dependent careVoluntary Protection: Group Accident, Critical Illness, and Identity Theft Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your familyPaid Time Off (PTO) Tuition Assistance for career growth and developmentMatching 401(k) and 457(b) Retirement ProgramsAdoption AssistanceWellness ProgramsFlexible spending accountsCHI Health, now part of CommonSpirit Health formed between Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health, includes 150+ clinics delivering quality care to patients across Nebraska and southeast Iowa. Our full-service network provides a variety of Primary Care & Priority Care Services, including Family, Internal, Geriatric, and Pediatric Medicine, in addition to several specialties to deliver custom care based on the unique needs of our patients.
Responsibilities
The Certified Medication Aide must be registered on the Medication Aide Registry. To be a Certified Medication Aide in any setting, the individual must pass a competency test. A competency test includes written questions and/or the demonstration of skills needed to provide medications. The testing will be done by different individuals in various work settings. To work in a nursing facility, the Certified Medication Aide must complete 40 hours of training. If the trainee is required to take a course in order to be a Certified Medication Aide in a particular work setting, the initial test will be given by the Department.
Performs service procedures and treatments within scope of practice for state and per facility licensure and policy. Performs these activities as assigned:
-Understands and practices confidentiality of information about the patient
-Recognizes the patient’s right to refuse medication.
-Follows current standards of hygiene when handling medications.
-Follows safe handling, storage, and disposal of medications.
-Recognizes and reports unsafe conditions for medication provision.
-Accurately documents medication provision.
-Recognizes and reports general reactions to medications.
-Recognizes the limitations of the Medication Aide role.
-Recognizes and knows how to report suspected adult abuse and neglect, and suspected
child abuse.
-Recognizes the recipient’s property rights and physical boundaries.
Qualifications
Experience
Previous experience in a medical setting preferred. Successful completion of a State of Nebraska approved Medication Aide course.
Education/Licensure
High school graduate or equivalent with specialized training in typing, transcription, medical terminology and record keeping is preferred.
Required:
Must be on the Nebraska Health and Human Services Registry as a Certified Medication Aide (40 hour course).
BLS or BLS instructor certification is required upon hire from the American Heart Association