Certified Medication Aide - Full Time

Great Plains Post Acute

Forest Grove, OR, US
Not specified; not specified; benefits: health, de...
Administer oral and topical medications
Verify resident identity before treatment
Document medication errors and refusals
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 are responsible for accurately preparing, administering, and documenting oral and/or topical medications while verifying resident identity and observing ingestion.
  • The facility offers a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) matching, PTO, and parental leave.

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

Not specified; Not specified; Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, 401(k), PTO, Parental leave

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • administer oral and topical medications
  • verify resident identity before treatment
  • document medication errors and refusals
  • maintain confidentiality of health information
  • participate in quality assurance programs

Nice-to-have

  • friendly productive working relationship
  • ability to assist in evacuation emergencies
  • familiarity with medical abbreviations

Key Requirements

  • Must be a licensed Medication Aide
  • High school education or equivalent required
  • Successfully completed state approved training program
  • Pass necessary examination(s) per state laws

Work Rights

Not specified

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