Medication Assistant (Certified)
Required Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent. Must be a certified nursing assistant or equivalent. Must have medication aide certification. Minimum of 1 year of health care industry experience or 2 years’ experience as medication aide. Good understanding of medical and pharmacological terminology. Current CPR certification. Major Duties and Responsibilities Delivers routine daily oral, inhalation and topical medications to residents under direct supervision of a licensed nurse unless otherwise allowed by state law. Observes for any adverse drug reactions and reports any problems to the nurse. Records medication administration according to company policies and procedures. Follows written or verbal instructions on how to manage medications. Observes residents for changes and documents changes in their condition accordingly. Performs tasks associated with medication administration, including vital signs, measuring prescribed amount of liquid medications, breaking a scored tablet, stocking of the medication carts, and removal of discontinued or expired medications. Practices safe handling and storage of medications. Responds to resident requests and other direct care duties as assigned.