RN: Medication Administration & Patient Care Expert

North Country Healthcare; Colebrook (NH); On-site; USD 56,481 - 77,145; Full time

Job summary

North Country Healthcare in Colebrook, NH is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse to join the Medication Administration Department. You will ensure safe, accurate, and timely medication delivery while adhering to regulatory and clinical standards.

You will collaborate with physicians, pharmacists, and interdisciplinary teams, document in the EMR, educate patients and families on meds, and participate in quality improvement initiatives related to medication safety.

Qualifications

• Active RN license in New Hampshire or compact state
• Minimum 1–2 years nursing experience, medication administration or acute care preferred
• Strong pharmacology knowledge and medication safety practices
• Excellent communication and organizational skills

Responsibilities

• Administer medications and treatments per physician orders and protocols
• Verify orders, dosages, and patient information to prevent errors
• Monitor patients for therapeutic responses and adverse effects
• Document accurately in EMR in a timely manner
• Educate patients and families on medications, side effects, and adherence
• Collaborate with healthcare team to optimize outcomes
• Ensure infection control and safety standards are met
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives related to medication safety

Skills

Nursing experience 1–2 years

Pharmacology knowledge

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Infection control understanding

Education

RN License NH

Accredited nursing program

Tools

EMR systems

Medication administration tech

Job description

North Country Healthcare in Colebrook, NH is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse to join the Medication Administration Department. You will ensure safe, accurate, and timely medication delivery while adhering to regulatory and clinical standards.

You will collaborate with physicians, pharmacists, and interdisciplinary teams, document in the EMR, educate patients and families on meds, and participate in quality improvement initiatives related to medication safety.