Certified Medication Aide - Prn

Aviara Healthcare Center

Forest Grove, Oregon, USA
Administer medications as ordered
Follow facility policies and procedures
Note and report medication errors
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 the attending physician, the nurse supervisor or charge nurse, and the Director of Nursing Services

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 the attending physician, the nurse supervisor or charge nurse, and the Director of Nursing Services.
  • Accurately and safely prepare, administer, and document the oral and/or topical medications that are commonly used in this facility and that may be ordered for resident use by the attending physician or the Medical Director.
  • Benefits include discounted employee meals, health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k), health savings account, flexible spending account, life & disability benefits, PTO & Holiday pay, parental leave, and Employee Assistance Program.

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 the attending physician, the nurse supervisor or charge nurse, and the Director of Nursing Services.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Administer medications as ordered
  • Follow facility policies and procedures
  • Note and report medication errors
  • Maintain working relationships with staff
  • Accurately prepare and administer medications
  • Verify resident identity before medication
  • Observe and document medication ingestion

Nice-to-have

  • Compassionate heart
  • Commitment to excellence
  • Emphasis on quality care
  • Friendly and productive work environment

Key Requirements

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

Work Rights

Not specified

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