What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medication Administration Professional position at BrightSpring Health Services?
Our company is dedicated to making a positive impact in people's lives.
We are seeking a passionate and caring Medication Administration Professional to provide direct care in administering medications to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Responsibilities:
- Complete the Approved Medication Assistive Personnel (AMAP) curriculum with a passing score through our company-provided training.
- Administer physician-ordered medications and treatments within the scope of permissible AMAP responsibilities.
- Conduct required observations with the AMAP Registered Nurse to maintain certification.
- Collaborate with the AMAP Registered Nurse regarding PRN medications, medication stock, and other matters requiring RN consultation as defined by the AMAP program.
- Utilize electronic medication administration records and other forms of charting.
- Travel to assigned locations to administer medications per physicians' orders.
Qualifications:
- Prior experience in medication administration is preferred.
- A high school degree or GED is required.
- You must be at least 18 years old and possess a valid driver's license.
- Ability to work in group home or independent living home-like settings.
- Effective communication skills (verbal and written) with all levels of personnel, internal and external to the company.
- Ability to handle the physical aspects of the job, including bending, stooping, lifting, pushing, pulling, reaching, and walking for extended periods.
- Maintain state regulatory certifications as required by state/program regulations.
- Medication Administration certifications as required by state/program regulations.
