Full-time Days Medication Aide Assisted Living

Santa Cruz Post Acute

Administer oral and topical medications
Follow medication labeling and charting policies
Maintain confidentiality of resident health information
Accurately and safely prepare, administer, and document medications ordered by attending physicians or the Medical Director

Job Summary

  • Accurately and safely prepare, administer, and document medications ordered by attending physicians or the Medical Director.
  • Participate in quality assurance programs and cooperate with authorized government agency surveys to improve medication processes.
  • Maintain confidentiality of all resident care information and promptly report any suspected unauthorized disclosures.

Matching Summary

Accurately and safely prepare, administer, and document medications ordered by attending physicians or the Medical Director.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Administer oral and topical medications
  • Follow medication labeling and charting policies
  • Maintain confidentiality of resident health information
  • Report medication errors and adverse reactions
  • Verify resident identity before medication administration
  • Measure and record vital signs accurately

Nice-to-have

  • Participate in quality assurance programs
  • Cooperate with facility surveys and inspections
  • Maintain productive relationships with healthcare team
  • Attend continuing education programs
  • Assist in emergency resident evacuation

Key Requirements

  • Licensed Medication Aide
  • Completion of state approved training program
  • High school education or equivalent

Work Rights

Not specified

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