Licensed Medication Aide: Precise Resident Medications

EVANTERRACE in; McMinnville (OR); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

EVANTERRACE in McMinnville, OR seeks a licensed Medication Aide to assist in administering medications to residents as ordered by the attending physician, under supervision. You will follow nursing standards and facility policies to ensure safe medication practices and proper documentation.

Responsibilities include reporting medication errors, assisting in program development to reduce errors, coordinating with nursing, physicians, and pharmacists, and maintaining resident confidentiality while

Qualifications

• Must possess a high school education or equivalent.
• Must be a licensed Medication Aide having completed state-approved training and exams.

Responsibilities

• Assist in administering medications as ordered by the physician.
• Follow facility policies and procedures for medication administration.
• Note and report errors in medication administration.
• Maintain accurate documentation and records.
• Participate in Quality Assurance programs and medication process improvement.
• Verify resident identity prior to administering medications.
• Ensure medications are properly labeled and charted.
• Cooperate with nursing staff, physicians, pharmacists, and supervisors.

Skills

Licensed Medication Aide

Documentation

Reading comprehension

Critical thinking

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

EVANTERRACE in McMinnville, OR seeks a licensed Medication Aide to assist in administering medications to residents as ordered by the attending physician, under supervision. You will follow nursing standards and facility policies to ensure safe medication practices and proper documentation.

Responsibilities include reporting medication errors, assisting in program development to reduce errors, coordinating with nursing, physicians, and pharmacists, and maintaining resident confidentiality while