Medication Aide: Precision in Resident Care

WHITERIVERALF in; Enumclaw (WA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

White River ALF is seeking a licensed Medication Aide to assist in administering medications to residents under physician orders. You will follow nursing standards and facility policies to ensure safe medication practices.

Responsibilities include documenting medication administration, reporting errors, participating in quality assurance activities, and maintaining collaboration with nurses, physicians, and pharmacists.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read, analyze, and interpret general business materials.
• Must write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to present information effectively to managers and staff.

Responsibilities

• Assist in administering medications per physician orders.
• Document administration and report errors or adverse events.
• Follow facility policies and procedures for medication handling and safety.
• Participate in QA programs and committees affecting medication processes.
• Maintain professional relationships with nursing staff, physicians, and pharmacists.
• Verify patient identity before administering medications and monitor vitals as required.

Skills

Reading ability

Writing ability

Presentation skills

Analytical thinking

Reasoning ability

Education

High school diploma

Job description

White River ALF is seeking a licensed Medication Aide to assist in administering medications to residents under physician orders. You will follow nursing standards and facility policies to ensure safe medication practices.

Responsibilities include documenting medication administration, reporting errors, participating in quality assurance activities, and maintaining collaboration with nurses, physicians, and pharmacists.