Medication Aid

Santa Cruz Post Acute

Base: $20.00 - $35.01 usd hourly; bonus/equity: no...
Licensed medication aide certification required
Accurate medication preparation and administration
Strict adherence to nursing standards and policies
The primary purpose of this position is to assist in administering medications to residents as ordered by the attending physician under the direction of nursing supervisors

Job Summary

  • The primary purpose of this position is to assist in administering medications to residents as ordered by the attending physician under the direction of nursing supervisors.
  • Employees must accurately prepare, administer, and document oral and topical medications while verifying resident identity before treatment.
  • The role requires maintaining strict confidentiality of protected health information and participating in facility surveys and quality assurance programs.

Matching Summary

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

Salary

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

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Licensed Medication Aide certification required
  • Accurate medication preparation and administration
  • Strict adherence to nursing standards and policies
  • Documentation of vital signs and medication logs
  • Reporting medication errors and adverse reactions

Nice-to-have

  • Friendly productive working relationships with staff
  • Participation in quality assurance programs
  • Ability to cooperate with inter-departmental personnel
  • Familiarity with medical abbreviations and terms

Key Requirements

  • High school education or equivalent
  • State approved Medication Aide training program completion
  • Successful completion of state examination(s)
  • Current state license as a Medication Aide

Work Rights

Not specified

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