Level 1 Medication Aide Med-Day/Evening Shift (79368)

Centurion Health; Jefferson City (MO); On-site; USD 27,552 - 31,684; Full time

Job summary

Centurion Health is seeking a full-time Level 1 Medication Aide for the Jefferson City Correctional Center in Missouri. The role involves administering medications as prescribed and documenting their effectiveness.

Qualified candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and preferably a current Level 1 Medication Aide certification. Preferred experience includes at least one year in an acute care or correctional setting. This position operates on a full-time day shift.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Preferred to have current active Level 1 Medication Aide certification.
• Insulin certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications as prescribed under nursing direction.
• Document medication effectiveness and any adverse actions.

Skills

Medication administration

CPR/AED certification

Insulin administration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Level 1 Medication Aide certification

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: MO, Jefferson City - Jefferson City Correctional Center - JEFFERSON CITY, MO 65101

Position Type: Full-Time

Education Level: High School Diploma/GED

Travel Percentage: None

Job Shift: Day

Job Category: Nursing Professional & Support

Pay Ranges from $20.00-$23.00 per hour + shift differential, depending on years of experience!

Overview

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 Jefferson City Correctional Center located in Jefferson City, Missouri.

Responsibilities

Under the direction of the facility Director of Nursing / nursing designee, administers medications as prescribed; and documents medication effectiveness and any noted adverse actions or side effects.

Full Time Day Shift

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.