Medication Aide

Cypressridgecarecenter

Starting at: $20 ph; bonus/equity: not specified; ...
Licensed medication aide certification
State approved training program completion
Accurate medication administration and documentation
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 prepare, administer, and document oral and topical medications while verifying resident identity before treatment.
  • The role requires maintaining confidentiality of protected health information and promptly reporting any medication errors or adverse reactions.

Matching Summary

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

Salary

Starting at: $20 /hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Licensed Medication Aide certification
  • State approved training program completion
  • Accurate medication administration and documentation
  • Vital signs measurement and reporting
  • Adherence to facility policies and procedures

Nice-to-have

  • Friendly productive working relationships
  • Participation in quality assurance programs
  • Ability to interpret medical abbreviations
  • Cooperation with inter-departmental personnel
  • Commitment to continuing education

Key Requirements

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

Work Rights

Not specified

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