Certified Medication Aide - Full Time

FOREST GROVE POST ACUTE

Not specified; not specified; benefits: health, de...
Not specified (potentially onsite)
Administer oral and topical medications
Verify resident identity before treatment
Document medication administration accurately
Forest Grove Post Acute is seeking a Certified Medication Aide to assist in administering medications to residents under the supervision of nursing staff. The position emphasizes adherence to policies and procedures while fostering a compassionate environment for patient care

Job Summary

  • The primary purpose of this position is to assist in the administering of medications to residents as ordered by the attending physician under the direction of nursing staff.
  • Employees are responsible for accurately preparing, administering, and documenting oral and/or topical medications while verifying resident identity and observing ingestion.
  • The facility offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave.

Matching Summary

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Forest Grove Post Acute is seeking a Certified Medication Aide to assist in administering medications to residents under the supervision of nursing staff. The position emphasizes adherence to policies and procedures while fostering a compassionate environment for patient care.

Salary

Not specified; Not specified; Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, 401(k), PTO, Parental leave

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
  • cooperate with inter-departmental personnel

Key Requirements

  • Must possess a high school education or equivalent
  • Must be a licensed Medication Aide
  • Must complete state approved training program
  • Must pass necessary examination(s) per state laws

Work Rights

Not specified

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