Compassionate Medication Aide: Accuracy & Patient Care

(Columbia Post Acute) Columbia Post Acute, LLC; United States; On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

PACS seeks a licensed Medication Aide to assist in the administration of residents' medications under physician and nursing supervision. You will ensure compliance with nursing standards and facility policies, report errors, and support QA activities.

Responsibilities include documenting medication administration, maintaining safety and accuracy, and collaborating with nurses, physicians, and pharmacists to optimize resident care.

Qualifications

• Must possess a high school education or its equivalent.
• Licensed Medication Aide per state requirements.
• Completed state-approved training program and examinations as required by state law.

Responsibilities

• Follow facility policies in administering medications to residents.
• Note and report errors in medication administration.
• Assist in developing procedures to prevent medication errors.
• Complete necessary forms, charts, and reports as required.
• Maintain professional relationships with nursing staff, physicians, and pharmacists.
• Document and report medication administration and resident responses.
• Participate in Quality Assurance and Pharmacy services committees.

Skills

Reading & interpreting

Writing reports

Presentation skills

Numerical/mathematical skills

Reasoning ability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Licensed Medication Aide

Job description

PACS seeks a licensed Medication Aide to assist in the administration of residents' medications under physician and nursing supervision. You will ensure compliance with nursing standards and facility policies, report errors, and support QA activities.

Responsibilities include documenting medication administration, maintaining safety and accuracy, and collaborating with nurses, physicians, and pharmacists to optimize resident care.