The role requires accurately and safely preparing, administering, and documenting oral and/or topical medications for residents under physician orders
Job Summary
The role requires accurately and safely preparing, administering, and documenting oral and/or topical medications for residents under physician orders.
Employees must verify the identity of each resident before administering medication and observe that medication is ingested or applied as directed.
The position involves participating in Quality Assurance programs and cooperating with government surveys to ensure compliance with facility policies.
Matching Summary
The role requires accurately and safely preparing, administering, and documenting oral and/or topical medications for residents under physician orders.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Accurately prepare and administer medications
Verify resident identity before treatment
Document medication administration and refusals
Report medication errors and reactions promptly
Maintain confidentiality of protected health information
Nice-to-have
Friendly productive working relationships with staff
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
Successfully completed state approved training program
Passed necessary examination(s) in accordance with state laws