Medication Aid

Highlandpalmshc

Base: $20.00 - $35.01 usd hourly; bonus/equity: no...
Administer oral and topical medications
Verify resident identity before treatment
Document medication administration accurately
The primary purpose of this position is to assist in the administering of medications to residents as ordered by the attending physician

Job Summary

  • The primary purpose of this position is to assist in the administering of medications to residents as ordered by the attending physician.
  • Employees must accurately measure, record, and report vital signs while verifying resident identity before any medication treatment.
  • Staff are required to participate in facility surveys and quality assurance programs to improve the accuracy of the medication process.

Matching Summary

The primary purpose of this position is to assist in the administering of medications to residents as ordered by the attending physician.

Salary

Base: $20.00 - $35.01 USD Hourly; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

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

  • Licensed Medication Aide certification
  • State approved training program completion
  • High school education or equivalent

Work Rights

Not specified

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