Medication Aide - Day Shift
Legacy Retirement Commu•Enterprise, NV
•Onsite
About The Position
Legacy Retirement Communities is seeking detail-oriented and compassionate individuals to join our team as Medication Aides. This role involves administering medications, monitoring resident health, and assisting with daily living activities for the senior population. If you are good at following directions and enjoy providing treatments to help improve or stabilize overall health, this position may be a great fit for you.
Requirements
- Accuracy to monitor vitals such as blood pressure, pulse, weight and blood sugar.
- Patience to maintain a medication chart and documents regarding medication administration.
- Compassion to assist with activities of daily living for the senior population.
- Obtain a 40-hour valid and current Medication Aide certification in the State of Nebraska.
Responsibilities
- Administer medications including oral, topical, drops, sprays, etc. per doctor’s orders according to the policies and procedures of the facility and adhering to the five rights of medication administration.
- Assist with med cart change over and the checking of the monthly med sheets as directed by the Charge Nurse.
- Monitor any changes in resident’s physical or mental behavior and report the abnormality to the Charge Nurse.
- Maintain medication cart in a clean and orderly state and re-stock with supplies as needed.
- Assist with activities outside of medication management such as: light housekeeping, laundry, resident cares, and other various tasks.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
