Medication Aide - Assisted Living Part Time

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

Job Summary

  • The role involves accurately and safely preparing, administering, and documenting oral and/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 resident safety.
  • The position requires active participation in Quality Assurance programs and facility surveys to improve the accuracy of the medication process.

Matching Summary

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

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Accurately prepare and administer medications
  • Verify resident identity before treatment
  • Document medication administration and refusals
  • Report medication errors and reactions promptly
  • Maintain confidentiality of protected health information

Nice-to-have

  • Friendly productive working relationships with staff
  • Participate in facility surveys and inspections
  • Cooperate with inter-departmental personnel

Key Requirements

  • Licensed Medication Aide certification
  • State approved training program completion
  • High school education or equivalent

Work Rights

Not specified

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