Medication Aide - Prn

Lamesahealthcare

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Administer oral and topical medications safely
Verify resident identity before administration
Document medication administration accurately
Lamesa Health Care is seeking a licensed Medication Aide to assist in administering medications to residents under the supervision of healthcare professionals. The role involves adhering to nursing standards, documenting medication administration, and participating in quality assurance programs to enhance the medication process

Job Summary

  • The primary purpose of this position is to assist in administering 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.
  • The role requires maintaining a friendly, productive working relationship with nursing staff, physicians, and pharmacists.

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Lamesa Health Care is seeking a licensed Medication Aide to assist in administering medications to residents under the supervision of healthcare professionals. The role involves adhering to nursing standards, documenting medication administration, and participating in quality assurance programs to enhance the medication process.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • administer oral and topical medications safely
  • verify resident identity before administration
  • document medication administration accurately
  • report medication errors immediately
  • maintain confidentiality of patient health information

Nice-to-have

  • friendly productive working relationships
  • participate in quality assurance programs
  • cooperate with inter-departmental personnel

Key Requirements

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

Work Rights

Not specified

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