Night Medication Aide: Safe, Precise Care

Autumn Wind Assisted Living; Caldwell (ID); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Autumn Wind Assisted Living is seeking a licensed Medication Aide to assist in administering medications to residents under physician orders and nursing supervision. You will follow facility policies, document administrations, and participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance medication safety.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent and a state-approved Medication Aide training program, with strong attention to accuracy and resident confidentiality.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must be a licensed Medication Aide with state-approved training.
• Proficiency in reading, writing, and interpreting medical information.
• Experience with medication administration and patient safety.

Responsibilities

• Follow facility policies governing medication administration to residents.
• Accurately prepare, administer, and document medications as prescribed.
• Maintain accurate charts and reports, and report errors promptly.
• Coordinate with nursing staff and physicians to ensure safe medication practices.
• Verify resident identity before administering medications.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Licensed Medication Aide

Reading and writing proficient

Medication administration

Documentation and record-keeping

Tools

Electronic health records

Job description

Autumn Wind Assisted Living is seeking a licensed Medication Aide to assist in administering medications to residents under physician orders and nursing supervision. You will follow facility policies, document administrations, and participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance medication safety.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent and a state-approved Medication Aide training program, with strong attention to accuracy and resident confidentiality.