Medication Aide: Precise Med Pass & Resident Safety

(Ennis Care Center) LSSH Ennis, LLC; United States; On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

PACS is seeking a qualified Medication Aide to assist in the administration of medications to residents under physician orders and nursing supervision. The role emphasizes adherence to facility policies, documentation accuracy, and resident safety.

The successful candidate will participate in ongoing education and collaborate with nursing staff, physicians, and pharmacists. The position requires a state-approved Medication Aide training and high school level education; familiarity with

Qualifications

• Must possess, as a minimum, a high school education or its equivalent.
• Must be a licensed Medication Aide having successfully completed a state approved training program and any necessary examination(s) in accordance with state laws.

Responsibilities

• Follow the policies and procedures of the facility governing the administering of medications to residents.
• Note and report errors in the administration of medications.
• Assist in developing and implementing procedures or programs to determine medication errors and prevention strategies.
• Perform administrative requirements such as completing forms, charts, reports, etc.
• Maintain a professional relationship with nursing staff, attending physicians, the Medical Director, and pharmacists.
• Report complaints or grievances to the Director of Nursing Services.
• Participate in facility surveys and QA programs related to medication administration.
• Accurately and safely prepare, administer, and document oral or topical medications as ordered.
• Verify medications brought in by new residents are examined and identified by the physician or facility pharmacist.
• Follow labeling and charting procedures; document discontinued medications.
• Observe and verify medication ingestion; document refusals.
• Notify Charge Nurse or Director of Nursing Services of medication errors or reactions.
• Verify resident identity before administering treatment.
• Maintain documentation of drug receipt errors with proper reports.
• Handle medications for residents transferred or when medications are discontinued.
• Document and remove medications as needed.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

PACS is seeking a qualified Medication Aide to assist in the administration of medications to residents under physician orders and nursing supervision. The role emphasizes adherence to facility policies, documentation accuracy, and resident safety.

The successful candidate will participate in ongoing education and collaborate with nursing staff, physicians, and pharmacists. The position requires a state-approved Medication Aide training and high school level education; familiarity with