Medication Aide: Safe, Precise Resident Care

St. Peters Post Acute; Saint Peters (MO); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Peters Post Acute is seeking a licensed Medication Aide to assist in administering medications per physician orders under supervision.

You will follow facility policies, document each administration, and help identify and reduce medication errors while collaborating with nursing staff and pharmacists. Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent and hold an active Medication Aide license per state requirements.

Qualifications

• Must possess a high school education or its equivalent.
• Must be a licensed Medication Aide with state-approved training and exam.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general procedures and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Follow facility policies for administering medications to residents.
• Note and report any errors in medication administration.
• Prepare, administer, and document medications accurately and safely.
• Verify resident identity before medication treatment.
• Maintain documentation and charts related to medication administration.
• Participate in quality assurance programs and nursing committees.

Skills

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Licensed Medication Aide

Job description

St. Peters Post Acute is seeking a licensed Medication Aide to assist in administering medications per physician orders under supervision.

You will follow facility policies, document each administration, and help identify and reduce medication errors while collaborating with nursing staff and pharmacists. Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent and hold an active Medication Aide license per state requirements.