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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 different career opportunities available supporting adults with varying levels of need, providing person centred, responsive care.

As a Medication Coordinator you are responsible for the training and empowering staff to follow the procedure set down in the policy for maintaining high standards. Must live in the UK to apply

• Ordering of all medications, both acute and the monthly order
• Booking in of medication and restocking
• Stock control - quantities / dates / stock rotation etc
• Storage of medication appropriately and securely
• Cleanliness of medication room / cabinets / fridge etc
• Key custody
• Controlled drugs - security / ordering / safe administration etc
• 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
• Manage 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 etc
• Death of a resident / legal requirements
• Alerting & reporting systems
• Reviewing staff competency / procedures etc
• 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

• 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

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

£12.50 - £13 per hour, exact rate and hours to be discussed at interview