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Newport Memory Care

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Administering oral and topical medications safely
Verifying resident identity before treatment
Documenting medication errors and refusals
** Newport Memory Care is seeking a licensed Medication Aide to assist in administering medications to residents under the guidance of healthcare professionals. The role requires adherence to nursing standards and facility policies, as well as participation in quality assurance programs and maintaining effective communication within the healthcare team. **

Job Summary

  • The primary purpose of this position is to assist in administering medications to residents as ordered by the attending physician.
  • Employees must verify resident identity, measure vital signs, and document any instances where prescribed medication is not administered.
  • The role requires maintaining strict confidentiality of all resident care information and reporting suspected violations immediately.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** Newport Memory Care is seeking a licensed Medication Aide to assist in administering medications to residents under the guidance of healthcare professionals. The role requires adherence to nursing standards and facility policies, as well as participation in quality assurance programs and maintaining effective communication within the healthcare team. **

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Administering oral and topical medications safely
  • Verifying resident identity before treatment
  • Documenting medication errors and refusals
  • Measuring and reporting vital signs accurately
  • Maintaining confidentiality of protected health information

Nice-to-have

  • Participating in quality assurance programs
  • Cooperating with inter-departmental personnel
  • Attending continuing education programs

Key Requirements

  • Must be a licensed Medication Aide
  • Completed state approved training program
  • Passed necessary examination(s) per state laws
  • High school education or equivalent

Work Rights

Not specified

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