Level 1 Medication Aide Med (84875)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision, disability and

401(k) with company match

Generous paid time off

Paid holidays

Flexible Spending Account

Continuing Education benefits

Much more...

Job summary

Centurion Health is seeking a Medication Aide Level 1 for the Eastern Reception, Diagnostic, and Correctional Center in Bonne Terre, Missouri. The role supports nursing staff by accurately administering medications and documenting outcomes during the day shift.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, with preferred Level 1 Medication Aide certification and insulin certification; training and ongoing CEU are provided. A background check and security clearance may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Preferred Level 1 Medication Aide certification from DHSS/DMH (MO)
• Insulin certification preferred.
• Must complete continuing education to maintain certification; TB docs and CPR/AED current.
• Background check and agency security clearance may be required.

Responsibilities

• Administers medications as prescribed under supervision.
• Documents medication effectiveness and notes adverse actions or side effects.
• Maintains patient records and ensures accuracy of dosage and timing.

Education

High school diploma/GED

Level 1 Medication Aide certification (DHSS/DMH)

Insulin certification

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: MO, Bonne Terre - Eastern Rcpt Diagnostic & Correctional Ctr - BONNE TERRE, MO 63628, Position Type: Full-Time, Education Level: High School Diploma/GED, Travel Percentage: None, Job Shift: Day, Job Category: Nursing Professional & Support, Pay Ranges from $20-$23 per hour

Centurion is proud to be the provider of comprehensive healthcare servicesto theMissouri Department of Corrections.

We are currently seeking aMedication Aide Level 1to 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.

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.

Day Shift

We offer excellent compensation and comprehensive benefits for our full-time team members including:

• 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...

For more information, please contact Nefretiri Spicer at 615.237.7113 or [e-mail]