Certified Medication Aide-1

Gateway Post Acute

Unknown
Administer medications safely and accurately
Follow facility medication policies
Document medication administration
The primary purpose of your job position is to assist in the administering of medications to residents as ordered by the attending physician, under the direction of nursing leadership

Job Summary

  • The primary purpose of your job position is to assist in the administering of medications to residents as ordered by the attending physician, under the direction of nursing leadership.
  • You will accurately and safely prepare, administer, and document oral and/or topical medications commonly used in the facility and follow all related policies and procedures.
  • You will participate in quality assurance programs and facility committees to improve medication processes and maintain confidentiality of resident health information.

Matching Summary

The primary purpose of your job position is to assist in the administering of medications to residents as ordered by the attending physician, under the direction of nursing leadership.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • administer medications safely and accurately
  • follow facility medication policies
  • document medication administration
  • maintain resident confidentiality
  • verify resident identity before medication
  • participate in quality assurance programs

Nice-to-have

  • friendly and productive working relationships
  • participate in continuing education
  • cooperate with inter-departmental personnel

Key Requirements

  • licensed Medication Aide
  • completion of state approved training program
  • high school education or equivalent

Work Rights

Not specified

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