Medication Aide II - NMCC - PT

Northern Montana Hospital; Havre (MT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

A local healthcare institution in Montana is seeking a Medication Aide II to administer medications as per care plans developed for residents. The successful candidate will work under the supervision of the Charge Nurse and be part of a dedicated team of health care professionals. Key qualifications include a high school diploma, completion of an accredited Medication Aide II program, and a Montana Certified Nursing Assistant license with substantial experience. This role supports the facility's mission of providing quality healthcare services.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Demonstrates ability to successfully pass a Background Check and Drug Screen.
• Must provide a current telephone number.
• Must be BLS certified.
• Demonstrates ability to learn and retain pertinent information.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Provides current telephone number.
• Ability to successfully pass Background Check and Drug Screen.

Responsibilities

• Administers medications according to a specific care plan.
• Supports the mission and nursing philosophy of the facility.

Skills

Ability to learn and retain information

BLS certification

18+ years old

Background Check

Drug Screen

Provide telephone number

Education

High school diploma

Graduation from an accredited Medication Aide II program

Montana Certified Nursing Assistant license

Job description

Northern Montana Hospital (NMH) is the center of a comprehensive system of medical and health care services, staffed with a team of caring professionals who are dedicated to meeting the growing needs of our Hi-Line communities. The not-for-profit, 25-bed Critical Access Hospital features a 24-hour physician-staffed emergency department, with state-of-the-art diagnostic imaging and electronic medical record services. Our large, quiet labor/birthing rooms are private and located away from other patient care areas. The private patient rooms on the 5th floor Medical/Surgical Department boast views from every window.

Administration, staff, and medical providers are committed to delivering high quality, comprehensive health care services to the people of the Hi-Line communities of Montana.

Specialties of our active staff of doctors include Anesthesiology, Emergency Medicine, Family Medicine, General Surgery, Hematology, Internal Medicine, OB/GYN, Oncology, Ophthalmology, Optometry, Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine, Pain Management, Pathology, Podiatry, Psychiatry, Psychology, Radiology and Women’s Health.

For the convenience of our patients, we also host visiting physicians at our clinics in the areas of:

• Cardiology
• Pediatric Pulmonology
• Urology
• Radiation Oncology
• Nephrology
• Endocrinology
• Optometry

About the role

Under the supervision of a Charge Nurse and Team Manager, the Medication Aide II administers medications in accordance with a specific care plan devised for each individual resident according to Medication Aide Guidelines. The Medication Aide II supports the mission and nursing philosophy of Northern Montana Care Center.

Qualifications

• Must have earned a high school diploma.
• Must be a graduate and have successfully passed an accredited Medication Aide II program.
• Must be licensed as a Montana Certified Nursing Assistant with 4,000 hours experience.
• Must be BLS certified.
• Demonstrates ability to learn and retain pertinent information.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Provides current telephone number.
• Ability to successfully pass Background Check and Drug Screen.

Salary is commensurate with up to 10 years of experience.

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Equal opportunity employer to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Applicants requiring accommodation(s) during the application or interview process are encouraged to contact us at [e-mail] or 406-262-1401. Requesting an accommodation is voluntary and will not negatively affect your application. All requests will be kept confidential.

NMH will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this job.