Certified Medication Aide - Prn

Forest Grove Post Acute

Forest Grove, Oregon, United States
Not specified; not specified; benefits: health, de...
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Administer oral and topical medications safely
Verify resident identity before medication
Document medication administration accurately
Forest Grove Post Acute is seeking a Certified Medication Aide to assist with administering medications to residents under the direction of nursing staff. The ideal candidate should be licensed and possess strong communication and problem-solving skills

Job Summary

  • The primary purpose of this position is to assist in administering medications to residents as ordered by the attending physician under the direction of nursing staff.
  • Employees receive comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision insurance, 401(k), PTO, holiday pay, and parental leave.
  • The role requires strict adherence to facility policies, state laws, and nursing standards regarding the preparation, administration, and documentation of medications.

Matching Summary

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Forest Grove Post Acute is seeking a Certified Medication Aide to assist with administering medications to residents under the direction of nursing staff. The ideal candidate should be licensed and possess strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Salary

Not specified; Not specified; Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, 401(k), PTO, Holiday pay, Parental leave

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • administer oral and topical medications safely
  • verify resident identity before medication
  • document medication administration accurately
  • report medication errors immediately
  • maintain confidentiality of patient health information

Nice-to-have

  • friendly productive working relationships
  • participate in quality assurance programs
  • assist in developing medication error prevention procedures

Key Requirements

  • Must possess a high school education or equivalent
  • Must be a licensed Medication Aide
  • Must have completed a state approved training program
  • Must pass necessary examination(s) per state laws

Work Rights

Not specified

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