Certified Medication Aide

Cedarriverhc

Administer oral and topical medications
Verify resident identity before treatment
Document medication administration accurately
The primary purpose of this position is to assist in the administering of medications to residents as ordered by the attending physician

Job Summary

  • The primary purpose of this position is to assist in the administering of medications to residents as ordered by the attending physician.
  • Employees must accurately measure, record, and report vital signs while ensuring all medications are properly labeled and documented.
  • The role requires maintaining strict confidentiality of protected health information and participating in facility surveys and quality assurance programs.

Matching Summary

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

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

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

Nice-to-have

  • friendly productive working relationship
  • participate in quality assurance programs
  • assist in developing prevention procedures

Key Requirements

  • Must be a licensed Medication Aide
  • High school education or equivalent
  • Completed state approved training program
  • Passed necessary examination(s) per state laws

Work Rights

Not specified

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