Medication Aide

Chandler Creek Post Acute

Administer oral and topical medications safely
Verify resident identity before medication administration
Document medication administration accurately in charts
The primary purpose of this position is to assist in administering medications to residents as ordered by the attending physician

Job Summary

  • The primary purpose of this position is to assist in administering medications to residents as ordered by the attending physician.
  • Employees must accurately measure, record, and report vital signs while verifying that prescribed medications are ingested or applied as directed.
  • The role requires maintaining strict confidentiality of all resident care information and reporting any suspected violations of privacy.

Matching Summary

The primary purpose of this position is to assist in administering medications to residents as ordered by the attending physician.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Administer oral and topical medications safely
  • Verify resident identity before medication administration
  • Document medication administration accurately in charts
  • Report medication errors and adverse reactions immediately
  • Maintain confidentiality of protected health information

Nice-to-have

  • Friendly productive working relationship with staff
  • Participation in quality assurance programs
  • Ability to assist in emergency evacuations
  • Cooperation with inter-departmental personnel

Key Requirements

  • Must possess a high school education or equivalent
  • Must be a licensed Medication Aide
  • Must have completed a state approved training program
  • Must pass necessary state examination(s)

Work Rights

Not specified

Tailored Resume

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