Certified Medication Aide (4802-39)

Hamilton County, Ohio•Cincinnati, OH

7d•Onsite

About The Position

This position involves dispensing medications, observing patients for drug interactions, performing medication administration tasks, and assisting nurses in client care within a correctional facility setting. The role requires adherence to ethical, legal, and safety standards, as well as agency and government regulations.

Requirements

High School Diploma
Medication Aide Certification
A valid driver's license in the state of residence and proof of auto insurance upon hire and both are to be maintained throughout employment.
CPR and First Aide Certifications are to be obtained within 6 months of hire and are to be maintained throughout employment.

Nice To Haves

Considerable knowledge of nursing/medical care
Knowledge of substance abuse and substance dependency
Ability to relate with people, listen and resolve problems effectively
Demonstration of a high degree of organizational skills
Working knowledge of standards and policies and procedures regarding medical services provided by the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction
Visual ability to effectively operate necessary medical equipment as well as office equipment including copier, facsimile machine and audio visual aids
Hearing ability sufficient to communicate effectively with other individuals both in person and over a telephone
Speaking ability sufficient to communicate effectively with other individuals both in person and over a telephone
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw conclusions.

Responsibilities

Dispense oral, over the counter, inhalation and topical medications to patients under supervision of a licensed nurse or per State law.
Observe patients for drug interactions and report any problems to the nurse.
Performing tasks associated with the medication administration, including patient vital signs, calculate medication dosages and stock the medication cart.
Recording medication administration according to agency procedure.
Assists the nurse in providing care to clients, which includes observation and reporting of client needs.
Performs tasks in an ethical, legal, and caring manner.
Performs tasks safely and effectively to assure client comfort and welfare.
Respects client’s rights.
Protects confidential client information unless otherwise required to promote client safety and welfare.
Follows federal, state, and agency regulations to protect own health and that of others.
Seeks guidance from the nurse as needed to perform tasks safely and efficiently.
Performs all other duties as required.