Certified Medication Aide

Concord 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 measure, record, and report vital signs while following all facility policies regarding drug receipt and disposal.
  • Staff are required to participate in continuing education programs to maintain current certification and stay abreast of professional changes.

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
  • 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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