Accurate medication preparation and administration
Strict adherence to nursing standards and policies
The primary purpose of this position is to assist in the administering of 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 the administering of 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 and observing ingestion as directed.
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 the administering of medications to residents as ordered by the attending physician under the direction of nursing supervisors.
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 symbols