Accurate medication administration and documentation
Knowledge of medical abbreviations and symbols
The primary purpose of this position is to assist in administering medications to residents as ordered by the attending physician under the direction of nursing supervisors
Job Summary
The primary purpose of this position is to assist in administering medications to residents as ordered by the attending physician under the direction of nursing supervisors.
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 facility surveys and quality assurance programs.
Matching Summary
The primary purpose of this position is to assist in administering medications to residents as ordered by the attending physician under the direction of nursing supervisors.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Licensed Medication Aide certification required
Accurate medication administration and documentation
Knowledge of medical abbreviations and symbols
Vital signs measurement and reporting
Compliance with state nursing standards
Nice-to-have
Friendly productive working relationships
Participation in quality assurance programs
Ability to interpret written and oral instructions