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At this time, we are seeking a Medication Aide to join our team!
Responsibilities
This is the job of the Medication Aide to administer oral and external medications to residents under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN).
• Follows current standards of hygiene, safety and infection control when handling, storing and disposing of medications.
• Administers medications within 60 minutes of scheduled time.
• Takes and records vital signs upon administration of medications when required.
• Recognizes the resident's right to refuse medication.
• Notifies the appropriate RN/LVN when making the decision not to administer medication or treatment.
• Clarifies any order or treatment regimen believed to be inaccurate, ineffective or contraindicated by consulting with the appropriate licensed nurse (RN/LVN).
• Secures medication cart.
• Removes discontinued, outdated or deteriorated drugs from inventory.
• Recognizes and reports unsafe conditions for medication provision.
• Accurately documents medication provision.
• Recognizes and reports general reactions to medications.
• Recognizes the limitations of the Medication Aide role.
Qualifications
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate of a state approved nursing assistant training program and passed a state approved competency examination.
• Successful completion of a state approved Medication Aide course and is approved to administer oral and external medication.
• Ability to perform medication administration in accordance with state regulations.
• Strong communication skills
Experience preferred but not required.
