Medication Co-ordinator

Medication Coordinator

At Hatzfeld we provide residential care for adults with varying needs such as Asperger’s, Schizophrenia or eating disorders, to age‑related illnesses or Dementia. A person‑centred care plan is produced, tailored to each individual’s specific needs.

With residential care services in Nottinghamshire, Lincolnshire and East Yorkshire we have a wide range of career opportunities available supporting adults with varying levels of need, providing person‑centred, responsive care.

Must live in the UK to apply.

Responsibilities

• Ordering of all medications, both acute and the monthly order.
• Booking in of medication and restocking.
• Stock control – quantities / dates / stock rotation.
• Storage of medication appropriately and securely.
• Cleanliness of medication room / cabinets / fridge.
• Key custody.
• Controlled drugs – security / ordering / safe administration.
• Homely remedies & over‑the‑counter medication – responsible for the welfare & education of the residents.
• Risk assessments as required.
• Training staff – support staff to have additional training / specialist techniques.
• Administering medication – organising equipment / paperwork / best practice with procedures / managing refusals / liaising with other health professionals.
• Supporting policies / procedures / and daily practices.
• Adhering to external legislation & reviewing practices.
• Support and risk assess self‑medicators.
• Auditing medication & liaising with external auditors / inspectors.
• Support patients going on leave.
• Implementation of covert administration – documentation & legal framework.
• Understanding PRN’s & their usage.
• Managing medication errors & near misses – safeguarding issues.
• Contingency plans in the event of an incident.
• First Aid boxes – ordering & replenishment.
• Monitoring resident health needs – sourcing / diarising & liaising with other health professionals.
• Overseeing new residents – transferring services.
• Death of a resident / legal requirements.
• Alerting & reporting systems.
• Reviewing staff competency / procedures.
• Support the Home’s management in all aspects of medication.
• Understand what medication is held within the Home & staff’s responsibilities for its safe keeping.

Requirements

• Reliable and trustworthy.
• Enthusiastic and motivated to bring positive outcomes and care for our residents.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Experience working with people who have mental health conditions and/or dementia desirable.

Benefits

• Company pension.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Discounted or free food.
• Free or subsidised travel.
• Life insurance.
• On‑site parking.

£13.40 per hour. 36‑hour or 24‑hour contracts available (12‑hour shifts).

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