Medication Aide Pm Shift

Valley View Post Acute

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 under the direction of nursing staff

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 must accurately prepare, administer, and document oral and/or topical medications while ensuring all prescribed treatments are ingested or applied as directed.
  • The role requires participating in quality assurance programs and cooperating with facility surveys to improve the accuracy of the medication process.

Matching 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.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

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

Nice-to-have

  • Friendly productive working relationship
  • Participate in quality assurance programs
  • Cooperate with inter-departmental personnel
  • Attend continuing education programs

Key Requirements

  • Licensed Medication Aide certification
  • State approved training program completion
  • High school education or equivalent
  • Successful completion of state examination

Work Rights

Not specified

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