Accurate medication administration and documentation
The primary purpose of this position is to assist in administering medications to residents as ordered by the attending physician under nursing supervision
Job Summary
The primary purpose of this position is to assist in administering medications to residents as ordered by the attending physician under nursing supervision.
Employees must accurately prepare, administer, and document oral and topical medications while verifying resident identity before treatment.
The role requires maintaining confidentiality of protected health information and participating in quality assurance programs to improve medication accuracy.
Matching Summary
The primary purpose of this position is to assist in administering medications to residents as ordered by the attending physician under nursing supervision.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Licensed Medication Aide certification required
State approved training program completion
Accurate medication administration and documentation
Knowledge of medical abbreviations and symbols
Reporting medication errors and reactions
Nice-to-have
Friendly productive working relationships
Participation in facility committees
Ability to assist with emergency evacuations
Cooperation with inter-departmental personnel
Key Requirements
High school education or equivalent
Must be a licensed Medication Aide
Successfully completed state approved training program