Med Care Manager
Company: Sunrise Senior Living
Location: Oakton
Posted on: March 8, 2025
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Job Description:
When you join Sunrise Senior Living, you will be able to use
your unique skills to empower residents to live longer, healthier,
and happier lives. Not only will you build meaningful relationships
with residents, their families, and team members alike, you will
also gain joy in serving others and deep fulfillment in your work.
Explore how you can follow your passions and shed light on
meaningful ways to serve, grow, and shine together. Sunrise Senior
Living was again certified as a Great Place to Work-- by Activated
Insights. This is the 7th time Sunrise has received this top
culture and workplace designation, highlighting the special place
Sunrise is to be a part of. COMMUNITY NAME Sunrise at Hunter Mill
Job ID 2025-224351 JOB OVERVIEW The Medication Care Manager is
responsible for providing the highest degree of quality care and
services by administering medication and treatments in a safe
organized manner. Responsibilities include but are not limited to
administration of medications, documentation of medication
administration and providing resident care while demonstrating the
Mission for Sunrise Senior Living, "to champion the quality of life
for all seniors" in accordance with federal, state/provincial, and
local laws, standards, and regulations and Sunrise Senior Living
policies to promote the highest degree of quality care and services
to our residents. RESPONSIBILITIES & QUALIFICATIONS
Responsibilities: As a part of the Sunrise team, supporting our
Mission, Principles of Service and Core Values is a fundamental
part of this job. Our foundational belief is the sacred value of
human life. The unique responsibilities for this role include but
are not limited to the essential functions listed as follows:
Medication Administration: Provides the highest degree of quality
care and services by administering medication and treatments in a
safe organized manner. Reviews, reads, notates, and initializes
Daily Log to document and learn about pertinent information about
residents. Receives medication updates from Resident Care Director
(RCD) or Wellness Nurse. Administers, assists with, and observes
medications and treatments for each resident using the medication
administration record and the Six Rights of Medication Pass
("Right" resident, medication, dosage, time, route, right to
refuse). Ensures that medications are passed according to times.
Documents and initials as medications are given and ensures that
appropriate documentation is completed for refusal or missed doses.
Maintains confidentiality of all resident information including
resident medication among other residents. Reports all resident
concerns made while administering the medication to the RCD or
Wellness Nurse. Restocks medication cart after all medication
passes. Assists in checking medication regardless of packaging
system. Assesses the residents to determine need for "as needed
medication" and appropriately documents and reports to supervisor.
Counts all narcotics with another Medication Care Manager (MCM) or
Lead Care Manager (LCM) each shift. Maintains and cleans the
Medication Room, medication carts, and treatment carts for
neatness, cleanliness, availability of medications, and expired
medications. Follows re-fill process for medications. Helps
residents maintain independence and promotes dignity and physical
safety of each resident adhering to the Sunrise Principles of
Service. Strives to understand and respond to each resident with
empathy, always remaining mindful of the resident's unique
communication patterns, history, and basic human needs. Practices
routinely good standard care precautions of cleanliness, hygiene,
and health. Resident Care Communications: Notifies RCD of any
resident and/or family concerns through the LEAD process. Attends
and actively participates in daily Cross Over meetings facilitated
by the LCM. Participates in the development of the Individualized
Service Plans (ISP)/Individualized Care Plans (ICP) and monthly
updates. Risk Management and General Safety: Partners with
community team to ensure community is in compliance with
OSHA/British Columbia Workers Compensation Act and Occupational
Health and Safety Regulation requirements, promoting Risk
Management programs and policies, and adhering to safety rules and
regulations. Practices safety procedures at all times including
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), fire extinguishers, Safety
Data Sheets (SDS), and Lockout Tagout procedures. Reports all
accidents/incidents immediately. Reports all unsafe and hazardous
conditions/equipment immediately. Ensures any cords, carts,
equipment, and other hazards are always kept out of the way, not
blocking exits and in compliance with fire codes. Complies with all
infection control techniques, placement of bio-hazard containers,
removal techniques, procedures, and policies. Understands and
practices the proper method of attending to and disposing of, and
the possibility of exposure to, blood borne pathogens, bodily
fluids, infectious waste, sharp sticks, and hazardous materials.
Reports occupational exposures to blood, body fluids, infectious
materials, sharp sticks and hazardous chemicals immediately.
Ensures oxygen tanks are stored safely, exchanges guest/resident's
tanks when empty and monitors to make sure liters of oxygen are at
prescribed levels. Training and Contributing to Team Success:
Actively participates as a member of a team and commits to working
toward team goals. Demonstrates in daily interactions with others,
our Team Member Credo. Commits to serving our residents and guests
through our Principles of Service. Contributes to the overall
engagement programs and processes (customer and team member
engagement) including participating in the team member engagement
survey and engagement improvement planning workshops. Attends
regular meetings; Town Hall, Department Team., Cross Over,
Medication Technician., and others as directed by the
Supervisor/Department Coordinator. Attends regular training by RCD
and neighborhood coordinators. Maintains compliance in assigned
required training and all training required by state/province or
other regulating authorities as applicable to this role to ensure
that Sunrise standards are always met. Qualifications: To perform
this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each
essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed throughout
this job description are representative of the knowledge, skills,
and abilities required. High School diploma/GED accepted and may be
required per state/provincial regulations. In states/provinces
where appropriate, must maintain certifications. Maintain the
following certifications and ongoing training and re-education as
required by Sunrise and state/provincial regulations:CPR and First
Aid Must be at least 18 years of age. Previous experience working
with seniors preferred. Desire to serve and care for seniors.
Ability to make choices and decisions and act in the resident's
best interest. Ability to react and remain calm in difficult
situations. Ability to handle multiple priorities. Possess written
and verbal skills for effective communication and level of
understanding. Demonstrates good judgment, problem solving and
decision-making skills. As applicable, all Sunrise team members who
drive a Sunrise vehicle must sign the Driver job description and
understand the key essential duties for safety and regulatory
compliance. ABOUT SUNRISE Ready to take the next step and make a
bigger impact than you ever imagined? As part of our team, you will
help brighten the future for everyone at Sunrise and beyond. That
is why we make it a priority to celebrate the unique ways you bring
moments of togetherness and joy to everyone you serve. And when
combined with the support, benefits, and growth opportunities we
offer, the result is a career that PositivelyShines with everything
you need to reach your goals - at work and in your life. We also
offer benefits and other compensation that include: Medical,
Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability Plans Retirement Savings Plans
Employee Assistant Program / Discount Program Paid time off (PTO),
sick time, and holiday pay Daily Pay offered to get paid within
hours of a shift (offered in the U.S. only) Tuition Reimbursement
In addition to base compensation, Sunrise may offer discretionary
and/or non-discretionary bonuses. The eligibility to receive such a
bonus will depend on the employee's position, plan/program offered
by Sunrise at the time, and required performance pursuant to the
plan/program. Some benefits have eligibility requirements Apply
today to learn why Sunrise Senior Living is a certified Great Place
to Work-- PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS Sunrise considers the health
and safety of its residents, family members, and team members to be
one of its highest priorities. Employment with Sunrise is
conditioned on completing and passing a drug test (which does not
include marijuana), participating in testing requirements (e.g.
Tuberculosis Test, Physical Evaluation). Covid-19 and Influenza
vaccination is only required to the extent mandated by applicable
federal, state, and local laws and authorities. COMPENSATION
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compensation based on geographic location of community/office,
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