Medication Aid

Lakeport Post Acute

Base: $20.00 - $35.01 usd hourly; bonus/equity: no...
Administer oral and topical medications safely
Verify resident identity before treatment
Document medication administration accurately
The primary purpose of this position is to assist in administering medications to residents as ordered by the attending physician

Job Summary

  • The primary purpose of this position is to assist in administering medications to residents as ordered by the attending physician.
  • Employees must accurately measure, record, and report vital signs while verifying resident identity before any treatment.
  • Staff are required to participate in facility surveys and quality assurance programs to improve medication process accuracy.

Matching Summary

The primary purpose of this position is to assist in administering medications to residents as ordered by the attending physician.

Salary

Base: $20.00 - $35.01 USD Hourly; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Administer oral and topical medications safely
  • Verify resident identity before treatment
  • Document medication administration accurately
  • Report medication errors immediately
  • Maintain confidentiality of health information

Nice-to-have

  • Friendly productive working relationships
  • Participate in quality assurance programs
  • Cooperate with inter-departmental personnel

Key Requirements

  • Must be a licensed Medication Aide
  • Completed state approved training program
  • High school education or equivalent
  • Current certification status maintained

Work Rights

Not specified

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