The primary purpose of this position is to assist in administering medications to residents as ordered by the attending physician under strict nursing standards
Job Summary
The primary purpose of this position is to assist in administering medications to residents as ordered by the attending physician under strict nursing standards.
Employees must accurately prepare, administer, and document oral and topical medications while verifying resident identity before each treatment.
The role requires maintaining confidentiality of protected health information and reporting any medication errors or adverse reactions immediately.
Matching Summary
The primary purpose of this position is to assist in administering medications to residents as ordered by the attending physician under strict nursing standards.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Licensed Medication Aide certification
State approved training program completion
Accurate medication administration skills
Vital signs measurement and recording
Patient confidentiality and HIPAA compliance
Nice-to-have
Strong interpersonal communication skills
Ability to work in a team environment
Experience with quality assurance programs
Familiarity with medical abbreviations
Willingness to participate in continuing education