Certified Medication Aide
Avardis Health•Pottsville, PA
•Onsite
About The Position
Looking for a qualified Certified Medication Aide to join our team! We are searching for a Certified Medication Aide to join our community that is resident, and family focused, a team builder, and excited about the opportunity to assist in building a culture. If you are a Certified Medication Aide who is team-oriented, driven, and excited about the opportunity to build a culture, then we have the perfect opportunity for you!
Requirements
- Minimum high school diploma or equivalent, or experience as required by state regulations.
- Completed 24-hour training program provided by NC Board of Nursing
- Passed a State-administered competency exam.
- You must be qualified, compassionate, and dedicated to a job well done.
Responsibilities
- Verifies identity of resident receiving medication and records name of drug, dosage, and time of administration on specified forms.
- Clarifies any order or treatment regimen believed to be inaccurate, ineffective or contraindicated by consulting with supervisory nurse.
- Notify supervisor when making the decision not to administer.
- Takes and records vital signs upon administration of medications when required.
- Orders and re-orders medications 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 documentation in an accurate and timely manner.
- Ensure effective interactions with patients and families.
- Ensure compliance with resident's rights policies.
- Attend and participate in care team conferences or meetings as directed by supervisor.
- Completes required forms and documents in accordance with company policy and state and/or federal regulations.
Benefits
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k)
- Paid time off and holidays
- Access to your earned but unpaid wages.
- Build your own schedule: Pick up shifts when and where you want to work.
- Access to online learning 24/7
- Phone and auto discounts
- Employee Assistance Fund
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
