Correctional Health: Medication Aide I (Day Shift)

Centurion Health; Bowling Green (MO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Centurion Health in Bowling Green, MO is seeking a Full-Time Medication Aide Level 1 at Northeast Correctional Center. Under supervision, you will administer medications as prescribed and document effectiveness and any side effects during day shifts from 7am to 7pm. A high school diploma or GED is required.

DHSS/DMH Level 1 certification is preferred, as is insulin certification. Active CPR/AED and TB documentation are required, with ongoing training every two years.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Level 1 Medication Aide certification from MO DHSS/DMH preferred.
• Insulin certification preferred.
• CPR/AED certification active.
• Must pass background investigation and obtain security clearance where applicable.
• TB documentation current.
• Complete required continuing education (4 hours every 2 years).
• If not certified, must complete internal Level 1 medication aide and insulin training.

Responsibilities

• Administers medications as prescribed.
• Documents medication effectiveness and any adverse actions or side effects.
• Maintains TB documentation and CPR/AED certification.
• Completes required training and maintains education records.
• Complies with security clearance requirements.

Skills

Medication administration

Documentation skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Centurion Health in Bowling Green, MO is seeking a Full-Time Medication Aide Level 1 at Northeast Correctional Center. Under supervision, you will administer medications as prescribed and document effectiveness and any side effects during day shifts from 7am to 7pm. A high school diploma or GED is required.

DHSS/DMH Level 1 certification is preferred, as is insulin certification. Active CPR/AED and TB documentation are required, with ongoing training every two years.