Certified Medication Aide

Homestead Post Acute

Administer oral and topical medications
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

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/or topical medications while verifying resident identity.
  • Staff are required to maintain a friendly, productive working relationship with nursing staff, physicians, and pharmacists.

Matching Summary

The primary purpose of this position is to assist in administering 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 confidentiality of health information

Nice-to-have

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

Key Requirements

  • Must possess high school education or equivalent
  • Must be a licensed Medication Aide
  • Successfully completed state approved training program
  • Passed necessary examination(s) in accordance with state laws

Work Rights

Not specified

Tailored Resume

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