Medication Aide — Patient-Centered Care with Benefits

Aria Nursing and Rehab; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401K with matching funds

Life Insurance

Employee discounts

Tuition Reimbursement

Student Loan Reimbursement

Job summary

Aria Nursing & Rehab in Michigan is seeking a Medication Aide to safely and accurately administer routine medications to residents under the supervision of a licensed nurse. The role emphasizes timely delivery, documentation, and adherence to state regulations and facility policies.

You will verify resident identity, review orders, follow medication rights and infection prevention standards, monitor for adverse reactions, and report changes to the RN Supervisor.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old and have a high school diploma or GED.
• Completion of a Michigan Board of Nursing approved Medication Aide training program.
• Current Michigan Certified/State Tested Nurse Assistant certification.
• Current CPR certification or CPR certification within 90 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and administer medications and treatments as directed, excluding certain restricted items.
• Verify the identity of the resident before administering medication or treatment.
• Review medication records for accuracy and adherence to physician orders and stop policies.
• Follow the rights of medication administration and infection prevention standards.
• Verify orders with the RN Supervisor and address discrepancies promptly.
• Record all administrations accurately in the clinical record and report changes.

Skills

Computer skills

Background check compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Michigan Board of Nursing approved Medication Aide training program

Job description

Aria Nursing & Rehab in Michigan is seeking a Medication Aide to safely and accurately administer routine medications to residents under the supervision of a licensed nurse. The role emphasizes timely delivery, documentation, and adherence to state regulations and facility policies.

You will verify resident identity, review orders, follow medication rights and infection prevention standards, monitor for adverse reactions, and report changes to the RN Supervisor.