Accurately and safely prepare, administer, and document medications ordered for resident use by attending physicians or the Medical Director
Job Summary
Accurately and safely prepare, administer, and document medications ordered for resident use by attending physicians or the Medical Director.
Maintain a friendly, productive working relationship with nursing staff, physicians, pharmacists, and other facility personnel to ensure quality resident care.
Participate in facility committees and quality assurance programs aimed at improving medication administration processes and compliance with regulations.
Matching Summary
Accurately and safely prepare, administer, and document medications ordered for resident use by attending physicians or the Medical Director.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Administer oral and topical medications
Follow medication labeling policies
Document medication administration accurately
Maintain confidentiality of resident information
Collaborate with nursing and medical staff
Nice-to-have
Participate in quality assurance programs
Attend continuing education programs
Assist in medication error prevention
Support resident self-administration of medications
Key Requirements
Licensed Medication Aide with state approved training
High school education or equivalent
Ability to read and interpret technical procedures
Ability to write reports and correspondence
Ability to solve practical problems with limited standardization