Accurately and safely prepare, administer, and document medications ordered for residents in accordance with facility policies
Job Summary
Accurately and safely prepare, administer, and document medications ordered for residents in accordance with facility policies.
Maintain a friendly and productive working relationship with nursing staff, physicians, pharmacists, and other facility personnel to ensure quality medication management.
Participate in quality assurance programs and facility committees to improve medication administration processes and ensure compliance with regulations.
Matching Summary
Accurately and safely prepare, administer, and document medications ordered for residents in accordance with facility policies.
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
Observe and report medication errors
Measure and report resident vital signs
Nice-to-have
Participate in quality assurance programs
Attend continuing education programs
Assist in emergency resident evacuation
Familiarity with medical abbreviations
Cooperate with government facility surveys
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 apply basic mathematical concepts
Ability to solve practical problems
Must comply with confidentiality and HIPAA regulations