MEDICATION AIDE - THE FOLEY CENTER AT CHESTNUT RIDGE

Liberty Health; Blowing Rock (NC); On-site; USD 31,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Background checks/drug-free workplace

Job summary

Liberty Health in Blowing Rock, NC is seeking an experienced Medication Aide to administer medications per policy, excluding injections or IV meds, and to support resident care in Chestnut Ridge.

The role requires accurate documentation, ability to perform vital signs, basic procedures, and lifting up to 50 lbs. A NA1 registry and state-approved training are required; background checks apply.

Qualifications

• Registered on the NA1 registry with no allegations of abuse or neglect.
• Complete state approved training including competency evaluation.
• Ability to read, see, hear, and speak adequately to perform responsibilities.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs; daily or per shift.

Responsibilities

• Administers medication as directed per policies; excludes injections, g‑tubes and IV meds.
• Counts controlled substances and reports any discrepancies promptly.
• Performs vital signs and basic procedures safely and respectfully.
• Documents medication administration and reports errors immediately.

Skills

Reading ability

Hearing ability

Documentation

Observation

Education

NA1 registry

Job description

MEDICATION AIDE - THE FOLEY CENTER AT CHESTNUT RIDGE

Liberty Health Blowing Rock, North Carolina, United States

About this position

MEDICATION AIDE - THE FOLEY CENTER AT CHESTNUT RIDGE

Liberty Cares

With Compassion

***$8,500 Sign on Bonus Available!***

At Liberty Healthcare and Rehabilitation Services, we promote a challenging, but rewarding opportunity in a caring environment.

We are currently seeking an experienced:

MEDICATION AIDE

Job Description:

• Administers medication as directed in the Medication Administration policies and procedures manual except injections, medication given by g-tube or nasogastic tubes and IV medications.
• Performs job duties ethically and morally; practices good leadership skills.
• Performs procedures such as vital signs, giving enemas and suppositories, etc.
• Performs universal precaution and hazardous chemical procedures in order to keep residents and staff safe.
• Performs documentation and reports ay medication errors immediately.
• Counts controlled substance medications, gives/takes reports and follows proper sign-in, sign-off procedures when changing shifts.

Job Requirements:

• Registered on the NA1 registry with no allegations of abuse or neglect.
• Successfully complete the state approved training program including competency evaluation and facility orientation program.
• Ability to read, see, hear, and speak adequately to perform the essential job responsibilities.
• Ability to crouch, stand, bend, stoop, and walk intermittently during the workday.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs; on a regular basis, or at least 10 times per shift.

Visit www.libertyhealthcareandrehab.com for more information.
Background checks/drug-free workplace.
EOE.