3rd Shift Registered Nurse - Occupational Health

The LPN 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, conducting SHUs, 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.

Part Time PM Shift, Every Other Weekend

Full Time Day Shift, Every Other Weekend

Responsibilities :

• 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).
• 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.
• 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.
• 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 .
• Notifies RCD of any resident and / or family concerns through the LEAD process.
• Conducts Service and Health Updates as directed by RCD.
• Participates in the development of the Individualized Service Plans (ISP) / Individualized Care Plans (ICP) and monthly updates.
• 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.
• Actively participates as a member of a team and commits to working toward team goals.
• 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 training by RCD and neighborhood coordinators.
• May be designated as shift supervisor.
• May supervise other medication care managers.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.

Sunrise Senior Living has championed quality of life in senior care for more than 30 years. We believe team members are our greatest resource and are looking for people who share our commitment to provide quality care for seniors and their families.

It's no surprise that many of the world's leading experts in Senior Living entrust their career to Sunrise.< / We are passionate about our mission to champion quality of life for all seniors.

We deliver high-quality care with a personal touch and encourage our residents to enjoy life to the fullest.