Level 1 Medication Aide Med (84562)

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

Job summary

Centurion, serving Algoa Correctional Center in Jefferson City, MO, seeks a Level 1 Medication Aide for full-time day shifts. Responsibilities include administering prescribed medications and monitoring effects, under the Nursing Director’s direction.

Qualifications include a High School Diploma or GED, with DHSS/DMH Level 1 certification preferred, insulin certification preferred, and ongoing training requirements. Background checks are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Current Level 1 Medication Aide certification from DHSS/DMH preferred (DD Medication Aide).
• Insulin certification preferred.
• Must complete continuing education (4 hours every 2 years) and maintain TB documentation and CPR/AED certification.
• If not Level 1 certified, must complete internal training to remain employed post-probation.
• Must pass background check and obtain security clearance where applicable.
• One year experience in acute care, emergency, or correctional setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Under the direction of the facility Director of Nursing, administers medications as prescribed.
• Documents medication effectiveness and any adverse actions or side effects.

Skills

Medication administration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: MO, Jefferson City - Algoa Correctional Center - JEFFERSON CITY, MO 65101, Position Type: Full-Time, Education Level: High School Diploma/GED, Job Shift: Day, Job Category: Nursing Professional & Support, Pay Ranges from $20.00-$23.00 per hour + shift diff, depending on years of experience!

Centurion is proud to be the provider of comprehensive healthcare services to the Missouri Department of Corrections. We are currently seeking a full-time Level 1 Medication Aide to join our team at Algoa Correctional Center located in Jefferson City, Missouri.

The Level 1 Medication Aide 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.

Qualifications

• 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.

Available Shift

Day shift

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, disability and life insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Flexible Spending Account
• Continuing Education benefits
• Much more...

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