Certified Medication Aide — Evening Shift (2p-10p)

SILVERCREEK; San Antonio (TX); Presencial; USD 19.000 - 25.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

SilverCreek in Texas is seeking a licensed Medication Aide to assist in administering medications to residents under physician and nursing supervision. You will follow facility policies, document doses, and report any medication errors to ensure resident safety.

Responsibilities include maintaining accurate records, cooperating with physicians and pharmacists, and participating in quality assurance programs to improve medication processes.

Formación

• Must possess a high school education or its equivalent.
• Must be a licensed Medication Aide with state-approved training and any necessary examination(s) in accordance with state laws.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers and employees.

Responsabilidades

• Follow the policies and procedures of the facility governing the administering of medications to residents.
• Note and report errors in the administration of medications.
• Assist in developing and implementing procedures or programs of the facility that seek to determine what medication errors are taking place, when, where, and why they occur, and how they can be prevented.
• Perform administrative requirements, such as completing necessary forms, charts, reports, etc., and submit these as may be required.
• Maintain a friendly, productive, working relationship with other members of the department of nursing, attending physicians, the Medical Director, and pharmacists.
• Report any complaints or grievances made by residents to the Director of Nursing Services.
• Participate and cooperate with facility surveys (inspections) by authorized government agencies as requested by the Administrator or Director of Nursing Services.
• Participate in Quality Assurance programs and the Pharmaceutical Services Committee to improve medication processes.
• Accurately and safely prepare, administer, and document oral/topical medications ordered by physicians or Medical Director.
• Verify medications brought by new residents are examined and identified by the attending physician or facility pharmacy.

Educación

High school diploma or equivalent

Descripción del empleo

SilverCreek in Texas is seeking a licensed Medication Aide to assist in administering medications to residents under physician and nursing supervision. You will follow facility policies, document doses, and report any medication errors to ensure resident safety.

Responsibilities include maintaining accurate records, cooperating with physicians and pharmacists, and participating in quality assurance programs to improve medication processes.