Accurate medication administration and documentation
Knowledge of medical abbreviations and symbols
This job posting is for a Medication Aide position at Ashland Pa, responsible for administering medications to residents under the supervision of nursing staff and ensuring compliance with facility policies. The role requires a licensed Medication Aide with a high school education and focuses on maintaining safety standards, documentation, and collaboration with healthcare professionals
Job Summary
The primary purpose of this position is to assist in administering medications to residents as ordered by the attending physician under strict supervision.
Employees must accurately prepare, administer, and document oral and topical medications while verifying resident identity before treatment.
The role requires maintaining confidentiality of protected health information and promptly reporting any suspected violations or medication errors.
Matching Summary
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This job posting is for a Medication Aide position at Ashland Pa, responsible for administering medications to residents under the supervision of nursing staff and ensuring compliance with facility policies. The role requires a licensed Medication Aide with a high school education and focuses on maintaining safety standards, documentation, and collaboration with healthcare professionals.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Licensed Medication Aide certification required
Accurate medication administration and documentation
Knowledge of medical abbreviations and symbols
Vital signs measurement and reporting
Adherence to state nursing standards
Nice-to-have
Friendly productive working relationships
Ability to cooperate with inter-departmental personnel
Participation in continuing education programs
Experience with quality assurance committees
Effective communication with physicians and pharmacists