Medication Aide Level 1 - Day Shift, Benefits & Training

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Flexible Spending Account

Continuing Education benefits

Job summary

Centurion Health is seeking a Medication Aide Level 1 to join our team at Eastern Reception, Diagnostic, and Correctional Center in Bonne Terre, Missouri.

Under the direction of the facility Director of Nursing, administers medications as prescribed and documents effectiveness; candidates should have a High School diploma/GED; Level 1 certification preferred; insulin certification preferred. We offer competitive pay and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Preferred Level 1 Medication Aide certification from DHSS/DMH.
• Insulin certification preferred.
• Continuing education every two years (4 hours).
• Maintain tuberculosis documentation and CPR/AED certification.
• If not Level 1 certified, complete internal training to remain employed beyond probation.
• Pass background check and obtain security clearance where applicable.
• One year experience in acute care, emergency or correctional setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administers medications as prescribed under supervision and documents effectiveness and any adverse actions or side effects.

Skills

Medication administration

Documentation

CPR/AED certification

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Centurion Health is seeking a Medication Aide Level 1 to join our team at Eastern Reception, Diagnostic, and Correctional Center in Bonne Terre, Missouri.

Under the direction of the facility Director of Nursing, administers medications as prescribed and documents effectiveness; candidates should have a High School diploma/GED; Level 1 certification preferred; insulin certification preferred. We offer competitive pay and comprehensive benefits.