Kma

Haywood Post Acute

Licensed medication aide certification
Administering oral and topical medications
Verifying resident identity before treatment
The role requires accurately preparing, administering, and documenting oral and/or topical medications for residents under physician orders

Job Summary

  • The role requires accurately preparing, administering, and documenting oral and/or topical medications for residents under physician orders.
  • Employees must follow strict facility policies to prevent medication errors and report any discrepancies immediately to supervisors.
  • The position involves maintaining a friendly working relationship with nursing staff, physicians, and pharmacists while ensuring resident safety.

Matching Summary

The role requires accurately preparing, administering, and documenting oral and/or topical medications for residents under physician orders.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Licensed Medication Aide certification
  • Administering oral and topical medications
  • Verifying resident identity before treatment
  • Documenting medication errors and refusals
  • Maintaining confidentiality of health information

Nice-to-have

  • Participating in quality assurance programs
  • Cooperating with inter-departmental personnel
  • Attending continuing education programs
  • Assisting in emergency evacuations
  • Familiarity with medical abbreviations

Key Requirements

  • Must be a licensed Medication Aide
  • High school education or equivalent required
  • State approved training program completion
  • Successful completion of necessary examinations

Work Rights

Not specified

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