Medication Aid

Kennedycarecenter

Base: $20.00 - $35.01 usd hourly; bonus/equity: no...
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Administer oral and topical medications
Verify resident identity before treatment
Document medication administration accurately
Kennedycarecenter is seeking a licensed Medication Aid to assist in the administration of medications to residents under the direction of healthcare professionals. The role involves adhering to established nursing standards and facility policies while ensuring the accurate and safe delivery of medications and maintaining proper documentation

Job Summary

  • The primary purpose of this position is to assist in the administering of medications to residents as ordered by the attending physician.
  • Employees must accurately measure, record, and report vital signs while observing that medication is ingested or applied as directed.
  • Staff are required to participate in facility surveys and quality assurance programs to improve the accuracy of the medication process.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

Kennedycarecenter is seeking a licensed Medication Aid to assist in the administration of medications to residents under the direction of healthcare professionals. The role involves adhering to established nursing standards and facility policies while ensuring the accurate and safe delivery of medications and maintaining proper documentation.

Salary

Base: $20.00 - $35.01 USD Hourly; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • administer oral and topical medications
  • verify resident identity before treatment
  • document medication administration accurately
  • report medication errors immediately
  • maintain confidentiality of health information

Nice-to-have

  • friendly productive working relationships
  • participate in quality assurance programs
  • assist in developing prevention procedures

Key Requirements

  • Licensed Medication Aide certification
  • State approved training program completion
  • High school education or equivalent

Work Rights

Not specified

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