Certified medication

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$3,000 SIGN-ON BONUS!!!!!

CERTIFIED MEDICATION AIDE

This position is responsible for providing daily care and services to assure each resident attains or maintains his / her highest practicable level of function under the supervision of a licensed nurse.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school graduate or GED.
• Current Nursing Assistant Certification.
• Current state certification as medication aide.
• Registered in good standing with registry board
• Minimum of 6 months experience in a long term care setting preferred.
• Ability to follow direction with minimal oversight.
• Organizational skills.
• Knowledge of safety regulations.
• Knowledge of supplies and equipment used by department and the care of this equipment.
• Ability to read, speak, write and understand English.
• Ability to tactfully deal with facility personnel, residents, family members, visitors, etc.
• Meet all health requirements imposed by law.
• Basic data entry skills and the ability to type.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepares and administers PRN medications only after obtaining approval from Charge Nurse.
• Prepares and administers controlled drugs as permitted by the state.
• Documents administration of medications.
• Count controlled drugs when coming on shift and going off duty.
• Reorder unit dose medication per facility policy.
• Apply ice bags and hot water bottles as directed by Charge Nurse.
• Performs job duties as outlined in State Registered Nursing Assistant job description.
• Maintains resident environment in clean, sanitary, comfortable manner that eliminates potential safety hazards.
• Maintains resident's privacy and dignity.
• Monitor for changes in resident condition and notify Charge Nurse
• Follow established safety and infection control procedures.
• Participates in all required inservice training.
• Maintains safe working conditions and follows dress code.
• Reports to supervisor all complaints and grievances made by residents, families and visiting individuals.
• Adheres to and promotes Code of Conduct.
• All other duties as assigned.

Last updated : 2024-06-30