Kma

The Pines at Placerville Healthcare Center

Administer oral and topical medications safely
Report medication errors and incidents promptly
Verify resident identity before treatment
The role requires accurately and safely preparing, administering, and documenting oral or topical medications for residents as ordered by physicians

Job Summary

  • The role requires accurately and safely preparing, administering, and documenting oral or topical medications for residents as ordered by physicians.
  • Employees must note and report any medication errors while assisting in developing procedures to prevent future occurrences.
  • The position involves maintaining strict confidentiality of resident health information and cooperating with government agency surveys.

Matching Summary

The role requires accurately and safely preparing, administering, and documenting oral or topical medications for residents as ordered by physicians.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Administer oral and topical medications safely
  • Report medication errors and incidents promptly
  • Verify resident identity before treatment
  • Document medication administration accurately
  • Maintain confidentiality of protected health information
  • Participate in facility surveys and inspections

Nice-to-have

  • Friendly productive working relationships with staff
  • Ability to assist in developing prevention programs
  • Cooperation with inter-departmental personnel
  • Familiarity with common medical abbreviations

Key Requirements

  • Licensed Medication Aide certification
  • State approved training program completion
  • High school education or equivalent
  • Successful completion of required examinations

Work Rights

Not specified

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