Accurate medication preparation and administration
The primary purpose of this position is to assist in administering medications to residents as ordered by the attending physician under nursing supervision
Job Summary
The primary purpose of this position is to assist in administering medications to residents as ordered by the attending physician under nursing supervision.
Employees must accurately prepare, administer, and document oral or topical medications while verifying resident identity before treatment.
The role requires maintaining strict confidentiality of resident care information and promptly reporting any suspected violations of protected health information.
Matching Summary
The primary purpose of this position is to assist in administering medications to residents as ordered by the attending physician under nursing supervision.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Licensed Medication Aide certification required
State approved training program completion
Accurate medication preparation and administration
Vital signs measurement and recording
Medication error reporting and prevention
Confidentiality of protected health information
Nice-to-have
Friendly productive working relationships
Participation in facility committees
Ability to assist with resident evacuation
Cooperation with inter-departmental personnel
Key Requirements
Must be a licensed Medication Aide
Successfully completed state approved training program