Medication Aide

Administers oral and external medications to residents under the direction and supervision of a registered nurse or a licensed practical / vocational nurse.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Prepares and administers medications to residents following established procedures.
• Takes and records vital signs upon administration of medications when required.
• Orders and re-orders medications and returns all discharge medications for credit in compliance with federal and state regulations.
• Maintains neat, clean, and orderly medication room and cart. Takes appropriate precautions to make sure residents / patient do not have access to medications other than those prescribed.
• Completes required forms and documents in accordance with company policy and state and/or federal regulations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent, or experience as required by state regulations.
• Successful completion of a state approved course and is approved to administer oral and external medication.
   

Benefits at a glance:

• Direct Deposit
• Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time
• Medical, Dental, Accident, and Life Insurance
• Post-Employment College Program
• Critical Care with Cancer Coverage
• Supplemental Spouse Life Insurance
• 401(k)
• CEU Reimbursement
• Short-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Employee Referral Program