Medication Aid

Balboa Nursing & Rehabilitation Center

Base: $20.00 - $35.01 usd hourly; bonus/equity: no...
Administer oral and topical medications safely
Verify resident identity before treatment
Document medication administration accurately
The primary purpose of this position is to assist in the administering of medications to residents as ordered by the attending physician

Job Summary

  • The primary purpose of this position is to assist in the administering of medications to residents as ordered by the attending physician.
  • Employees must accurately measure, record, and report vital signs while observing that medication is ingested or applied as directed.
  • The role requires maintaining a friendly working relationship with nurses, physicians, and pharmacists while adhering to strict facility policies.

Matching Summary

The primary purpose of this position is to assist in the administering of medications to residents as ordered by the attending physician.

Salary

Base: $20.00 - $35.01 USD Hourly; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Administer oral and topical medications safely
  • Verify resident identity before treatment
  • Document medication administration accurately
  • Report medication errors immediately
  • Maintain confidentiality of health information

Nice-to-have

  • Participate in quality assurance programs
  • Cooperate with inter-departmental personnel
  • Assist in developing error prevention procedures

Key Requirements

  • High school education or equivalent
  • Licensed Medication Aide certification
  • State approved training program completion
  • Successful completion of state examination

Work Rights

Not specified

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