Medication Aide Pm Shift

Homestead Post Acute

Administer oral and topical medications safely
Verify resident identity before medication pass
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 verifying resident identity before treatment.
  • Staff are required to participate in facility surveys and quality assurance programs to improve medication process accuracy.

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 safely
  • Verify resident identity before medication pass
  • 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
  • Cooperate with inter-departmental personnel
  • Assist in developing error prevention procedures

Key Requirements

  • Licensed Medication Aide certification
  • State approved training program completion
  • High school education or equivalent
  • Ability to lift up to 25 pounds

Work Rights

Not specified

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