Document medication errors and incidents accurately
The role requires accurately preparing, administering, and documenting oral and/or topical medications for residents under physician orders
Job Summary
The role requires accurately preparing, administering, and documenting oral and/or topical medications for residents under physician orders.
Employees must maintain strict confidentiality of all resident care information and promptly report any suspected violations of protected health information.
This position involves participating in Quality Assurance programs and cooperating with government agency surveys to ensure compliance with facility policies.
Matching Summary
The role requires accurately preparing, administering, and documenting oral and/or topical medications for residents under physician orders.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Administer oral and topical medications safely
Verify resident identity before medication pass
Document medication errors and incidents accurately
Maintain confidentiality of protected health information
Participate in facility surveys and inspections
Measure and report vital signs accurately
Nice-to-have
Friendly productive working relationships with staff
Ability to cooperate with inter-departmental personnel
Familiarity with common medical abbreviations and terms
Key Requirements
Must be a licensed Medication Aide
High school education or equivalent required
Successfully completed state approved training program
Passed necessary examination(s) in accordance with state laws