Level 1 Medication Aide Med

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

Centurion Health is seeking a Medication Aide Level 1 for the Evening Shift at Eastern Reception, Diagnostic, and Correctional Center in Bonne Terre, MO. The role involves administering medications under nursing direction and documenting outcomes, with required certifications and ongoing education.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or GED, and preferred Level 1 certification (DHSS/DMH) with insulin certification.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Preferred Level 1 Medication Aide certification (DHSS/DMH).
• Insulin certification preferred; continuing education required.

Responsibilities

• Administers medications as prescribed and documents effectiveness and adverse actions.
• Maintains required training, TB documentation and CPR/AED certification.

Skills

Medication administration

Insulin certification

CPR/AED certification

Background check

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Pay Ranges from $20-$23 per hourCenturion is proud to be the provider of comprehensive healthcare services to the Missouri Department of Corrections.We are currently seeking a Medication Aide Level 1 to join our team at Eastern Reception, Diagnostic, and Correctional Center located in Bonne Terre, Missouri.The Medication Aide Level 1 (MO) Under the direction of the facility Director of Nursing / nursing designee, administers medications as prescribed; and documents the medication effectiveness and any noted adverse actions or side effects.High school diploma or GED required.Preferred to have current active Level 1 Medication Aide certification from the Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS) or the Department of Mental Health (DMH) which may also be referred to as DD Medication Aide (mo.tmutest.com).Insulin certification preferred.Must complete required continuing education to maintain certification (minimum of four (4) hours of medication administration training every two (2) years). Required training will be documented and maintained in Employee File. Must maintain current tuberculosis documentation and active CPR/AED certification.If not already Level 1 Medication Aide certified – applicant must successfully complete internal level one medication aide and insulin training to maintain employment beyond probationary period.Must be able to pass a background investigation and obtain agency security clearance where applicable.One year experience in acute care, emergency or correctional setting preferred.Evening ShiftWe offer excellent compensation and comprehensive benefits for our full-time team members including:Health, dental, vision, disability and life insurance401(k) with company matchGenerous paid time offPaid holidaysFlexible Spending AccountContinuing Education benefitsMuch more...For more information, please contact Nefretiri Spicer at 615.237.7113 or [e-mail]#NS39indmhm