What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medication Aide position at Rappahannock?
The Rappahannock Regional Jail is seeking a Medication Aide to perform professional medication administration and non-emergency care to patients.
Essential Functions to include, but are not limited to:
- Performs medical evaluations on patients, which may include checking temperature, blood pressure, respiration, and pulse and dispense medication.
- Prepares and organizes daily tasks.
- Maintains Medication Administration Record.
- Maintain control of all medication and drugs on hand in accordance with policy and procedures.
- Administers medication to jail patients; discusses patient’s condition with RN, LPN and Physician: sets-up dispenses and charts medication.
- Verifies identity of patient receiving medication.
- Ensures proper ingestion/application of medications.
- Performs observations of patients to detect response to specified types of medications and notifies nurse of unexpected reactions.
- Ensures that medication inventories are maintained, ordered, and returned to contracted pharmaceutical providers in accordance with facility policy and established protocols.
- Assures that medical area is clean and properly stocked.
- Sets up prescriptions and refills in accordance with physician orders.
- Obtains medical records: enters medical data into computer; maintains medical records.
- Changes biohazard bags.
- Maintains necessary records and prepares required reports.
- Maintains a cooperative relationship among health care teams within and outside of the facility along with RRJ staff and other facilities.
- Performs related tasks as required.
Education / Experience:
- High school diploma or GED and graduation from a recognized accredited program for Medication Aide. Licensed as a Registered Medication Aide by the Virginia Board of Nursing. Two (2) years of CMA/CAN experience in a clinic environment is desired.
Special Requirements:
- Possession of First Aid, CPR and AED certifications upon hire.
- Must meet and maintain minimum qualifications for the position established by the Authority and the Commonwealth of Virginia.
- Valid driver's license in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
Applicant must pass a criminal background, Drug Test, DMV check and polygraph examination.
The Rappahannock Regional Jail offers an excellent comprehensive benefit package which includes:
Cost effective Health Care Benefits
Retirement (457 Mission Square, IRA, Virginia Retirement System)
Life Insurance
Short Term Disability
Paid Sick Leave and Annual Leave
Accidental and Critical Illness Insurance
Free Gym Membership
Employee Meal Benefit
Paid Holidays
The Rappahannock Regional Jail (RRJ) is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. RRJ is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please contact Human Resources at 540-288-5251.
CLOSING DATE: Open until filled
Salary : $44,887 - $70,473