Medication Aide

McKinley Park Care Center

Accurately prepare and administer medications
Verify resident identity before treatment
Document all medication administration details
The role requires accurately and safely preparing, administering, and documenting oral or topical medications for residents as ordered by physicians

Job Summary

  • The role requires accurately and safely preparing, administering, and documenting oral or topical medications for residents as ordered by physicians.
  • Employees must maintain a friendly, productive working relationship with nursing staff, attending physicians, and pharmacists while ensuring strict adherence to facility policies.
  • The position involves actively participating in Quality Assurance programs and assisting in the development of procedures to prevent medication errors.

Matching Summary

The role requires accurately and safely preparing, administering, and documenting oral or topical medications for residents as ordered by physicians.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Accurately prepare and administer medications
  • Verify resident identity before treatment
  • Document all medication administration details
  • Report medication errors immediately
  • Maintain resident health information confidentiality

Nice-to-have

  • Friendly productive working relationships
  • Participate in facility surveys and inspections
  • Cooperate with inter-departmental personnel
  • Assist in developing prevention procedures

Key Requirements

  • Licensed Medication Aide certification
  • State approved training program completion
  • High school education or equivalent
  • Successful completion of state examination(s)

Work Rights

Not specified

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