The primary purpose of this position is to assist in administering medications to residents as ordered by the attending physician under the direction of nursing staff
Job Summary
The primary purpose of this position is to assist in administering medications to residents as ordered by the attending physician under the direction of nursing staff.
Employees must accurately prepare, administer, and document oral and topical medications while verifying resident identity before treatment.
The role requires maintaining confidentiality of protected health information and participating in facility surveys and quality assurance programs.
Matching Summary
The primary purpose of this position is to assist in administering medications to residents as ordered by the attending physician under the direction of nursing staff.
Salary
Starting at $20/hour; DOE; Not specified
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Licensed Medication Aide certification
State approved training program completion
Accurate medication administration skills
Vital signs measurement and recording
Strict adherence to safety protocols
Nice-to-have
Friendly productive working relationships
Experience with quality assurance programs
Ability to handle emergency evacuations
Proficiency in medical abbreviations
Strong written communication skills
Key Requirements
High school education or equivalent
Must be a licensed Medication Aide
Successfully completed state approved training program