Accurately and safely prepare, administer, and document oral and topical medications ordered by physicians or medical directors
Job Summary
Accurately and safely prepare, administer, and document oral and topical medications ordered by physicians or medical directors.
Participate in quality assurance programs and cooperate with authorized government agency inspections to improve medication processes.
Maintain a friendly and productive working relationship with nursing staff, physicians, pharmacists, and other facility personnel while ensuring confidentiality of resident information.
Matching Summary
Accurately and safely prepare, administer, and document oral and topical medications ordered by physicians or medical directors.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Administer oral and topical medications
Follow facility medication policies
Document medication administration accurately
Verify resident identity before medication
Report medication errors and reactions
Maintain confidentiality of resident information
Nice-to-have
Participate in quality assurance programs
Cooperate with government facility surveys
Attend continuing education programs
Assist in emergency resident evacuation
Work collaboratively with nursing staff
Key Requirements
Licensed Medication Aide with state approved training
High school education or equivalent
Ability to read and interpret technical procedures