Medication Aide

Bel Vista Healthcare Center

Administer oral and topical medications
Verify resident identity before administration
Document medication administration accurately
The primary purpose of this position is to assist in the administering of medications to residents as ordered by the attending physician

Job Summary

  • The primary purpose of this position is to assist in the administering of medications to residents as ordered by the attending physician.
  • Employees must accurately prepare, administer, and document oral and/or topical medications while verifying resident identity.
  • Staff are required to participate in Quality Assurance programs and facility surveys to improve medication process performance.

Matching Summary

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

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Administer oral and topical medications
  • Verify resident identity before administration
  • Document medication administration accurately
  • Report medication errors immediately
  • Maintain confidentiality of health information

Nice-to-have

  • Participate in quality assurance programs
  • Cooperate with inter-departmental personnel
  • Assist in developing medication error prevention procedures

Key Requirements

  • Must possess a high school education or equivalent
  • Must be a licensed Medication Aide
  • Must complete state approved training program
  • Must pass necessary examination(s) per state laws

Work Rights

Not specified

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