Certified Medication Aide — Safe Med Admin & QA Advocate

New Castle Nursing & Rehab in; New Castle (KY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

New Castle Nursing & Rehab is seeking a licensed Medication Aide to assist in administering medications to residents under physician orders and nursing supervision.

You will follow facility policies, document accurately, report errors, and participate in QA programs to improve medication safety and resident care. This full-time role requires a high school diploma and state license, with collaboration across nursing and pharmacy staff.

Qualifications

• Must possess a high school education or its equivalent.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business materials.
• Ability to write reports and procedures.
• Must be a licensed Medication Aide with state-approved training and examination.

Responsibilities

• Follow policies and procedures for administering medications to residents.
• Note and report errors in medication administration.
• Prepare, administer, and document oral and topical medications as ordered.
• Verify resident identity before administering medications.
• Maintain accurate documentation and charting of medications.
• Participate in Quality Assurance and related medication safety programs.

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Licensed Medication Aide

Job description

New Castle Nursing & Rehab is seeking a licensed Medication Aide to assist in administering medications to residents under physician orders and nursing supervision.

You will follow facility policies, document accurately, report errors, and participate in QA programs to improve medication safety and resident care. This full-time role requires a high school diploma and state license, with collaboration across nursing and pharmacy staff.