Medication Aide - Prn

Marionvalleypa

Administer medications safely and accurately
Follow facility medication policies and procedures
Document medication administration and errors
The primary purpose of your job position is to assist in the administering of medications to residents as ordered by the attending physician, under the direction of nursing supervisors and the Director of Nursing Services

Job Summary

  • The primary purpose of your job position is to assist in the administering of medications to residents as ordered by the attending physician, under the direction of nursing supervisors and the Director of Nursing Services.
  • You will accurately and safely prepare, administer, and document oral and topical medications commonly used in the facility, while following established nursing standards and facility policies.
  • The role requires maintaining confidentiality of resident care information and cooperating with facility surveys and quality assurance programs to improve medication administration processes.

Matching Summary

The primary purpose of your job position is to assist in the administering of medications to residents as ordered by the attending physician, under the direction of nursing supervisors and the Director of Nursing Services.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Administer medications safely and accurately
  • Follow facility medication policies and procedures
  • Document medication administration and errors
  • Maintain confidentiality of resident health information
  • Verify resident identity before medication administration
  • Measure and report vital signs accurately

Nice-to-have

  • Participate in quality assurance programs
  • Cooperate with inter-departmental personnel
  • Attend continuing education programs
  • Maintain friendly working relationships with staff

Key Requirements

  • Licensed Medication Aide with state approved training
  • High school education or equivalent
  • Ability to read and interpret technical procedures and regulations

Work Rights

Not specified

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