Medication Aide Pm Shift

Gardencityhealthcare

Administering medications as ordered
Follow facility policies and procedures
Report medication errors and reactions
The primary purpose of this role is to assist in administering medications to residents as ordered by the attending physician, under the direction of nursing supervision

Job Summary

  • The primary purpose of this role is to assist in administering medications to residents as ordered by the attending physician, under the direction of nursing supervision.
  • Essential duties include accurately preparing, administering, and documenting medications, observing residents for ingestion or application, and promptly reporting errors or reactions.
  • The position requires a licensed Medication Aide with a high school education or equivalent and the ability to read, write, and interpret medical information.

Matching Summary

The primary purpose of this role is to assist in administering medications to residents as ordered by the attending physician, under the direction of nursing supervision.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Administering medications as ordered
  • Follow facility policies and procedures
  • Report medication errors and reactions
  • Maintain resident confidentiality
  • Verify resident identity before medication

Nice-to-have

  • Friendly and productive working relationship
  • Cooperate with inter-departmental personnel
  • Participate in quality assurance programs

Key Requirements

  • Licensed Medication Aide
  • State approved training program completion
  • High school education or equivalent

Work Rights

Not specified

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