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Easter Seals of Iowa Medication Manager in Des Moines, Iowa
Easterseals Iowa is currently looking for Certified Medication Managers. Come join us at our serene Camp Sunnyside and make lasting memories for a lifetime!
We have various options consisting of:
Summer Camp Options: (June 9th- August 16th)
Sundays: 1:30pm-10pm
Mondays-Thursdays: 7am-3pm or 3pm-10pm
Fridays: 7am-4:30pm
Medication Managers will also have the potential after August 17th to work with us through 2024 on our respite weekends if interested.
2024 Respite Camp Options: (subject to change depending on availability)
Friday: 6:00pm-10:00pm
Saturday: 7:00am-3:00pm/ 3:00p-10:00p
Sunday: 7:00am-5:00pm
Hours can be flexible but ideal candidates are required to work 1 shift per month
Principle Accountabilities:
Work under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
Follow appropriate medical routines including record keeping, disposal of medical waste, managing and safeguarding medications, and utilizing approved standing orders.
Perform inventory, organize, and administer medications checked into the health center.
Assist with entering MARS into database, completing documentation, and phone calls to guardians and caregivers.
Organize cabin MARS and binders.
Provide first aid to campers and team members.
Keep health center clean and organized.
Assist team members as needed in making sure other care and supervising needs are being met in accordance with Easterseals' protocol.
Acquire working knowledge of each camper's medication administration record as assigned. Understand given medications desired effects, side effects, and undesired effects.
Understand, follow, and work to ensure compliance with all policies and procedures including all safety regulations.
Assist team members in making sure that all documentation is completed in accordance with the program's protocol.
Other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Experience Requirements:
Must be 18 years of age at time of employment.
High School diploma or equivalency preferred.
Certification in approved medication management course.
Ability to communicate effectively in written and verbal formats.
Ability to accept supervision and guidance.
Ability to collaborate cooperatively with direct supervisor and other team members.
Ability to bend, stoop, twist, and lift.
Ability to transfer or move a minimum of eighty pounds.
Ability to pass CPR (Adult and Child), First Aid within first 90 days.
Ability to successfully complete Mandatory Reporter of Child and Dependent Adult Abuse within first 30 days.
Ability to safely pass medications in accordance with the Easterseals Medication Administration policy
Insurable under Easterseals insurance policy.
Access to Reliable Transportation for regular participation in work.
Interview process consists of 1st phone interview with Recruitment and Talent Development Coordinator and 2nd Team Leader Interview.