The role involves accurately and safely preparing, administering, and documenting oral and/or topical medications for residents under physician orders
Job Summary
The role involves accurately and safely preparing, administering, and documenting oral and/or topical medications for residents under physician orders.
Employees must maintain a friendly, productive working relationship with the nursing department, attending physicians, and pharmacists while ensuring resident safety.
The position requires active participation in Quality Assurance programs and facility surveys to improve the accuracy of the medication process.
Matching Summary
The role involves accurately and safely preparing, administering, and documenting oral and/or topical medications for residents under physician orders.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Accurately prepare and administer medications
Verify resident identity before treatment
Document medication administration and refusals
Report medication errors and reactions promptly
Maintain confidentiality of protected health information
Nice-to-have
Friendly productive working relationships with staff
Ability to cooperate with interdepartmental personnel