Medication Aide

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Administer oral and topical medications safely
Verify resident identity before medication
Document medication errors and refusals
The role requires accurately preparing, administering, and documenting oral and topical medications for residents under physician orders

Job Summary

  • The role requires accurately preparing, administering, and documenting oral and topical medications for residents under physician orders.
  • Employees must maintain strict confidentiality regarding resident protected health information and report any suspected violations immediately.
  • The position involves participating in facility surveys, quality assurance programs, and committees dedicated to improving medication accuracy.

Matching Summary

The role requires accurately preparing, administering, and documenting oral and topical medications for residents under physician orders.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Administer oral and topical medications safely
  • Verify resident identity before medication
  • Document medication errors and refusals
  • Maintain confidentiality of protected health information
  • Participate in quality assurance programs

Nice-to-have

  • Friendly productive working relationships
  • Ability to assist in emergency evacuations
  • Cooperate with inter-departmental personnel

Key Requirements

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

Work Rights

Not specified

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