What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Medication Aide position at Northcrest Rehab?
Northcrest Rehab Nursing Center located in Napoleon, Ohio, is seeking a Certified Medication Aide to join our team. The Certified Medication Aide will be responsible for dispensing medications to residents in our Retirement and Rehabilitation Center. We are looking for an energetic Certified Medication Aide who can follow directions and who is a team player. The Certified Medication Aide is someone who will interact with our residents and provide top notch care that our residents deserve.
JOB DESCRIPTION
- Accurately and safely prepare and document the oral and / or topical medications that are commonly used in this facility and that may be ordered for resident use by the attending physician.
- Ensure that all medications administered are properly labeled.
- Accurately measure, record, and report the vital signs of residents.
- Observe and verify that medication is ingested or applied as directed. Document any instance where prescribed medication is not taken, including reason(s) for refusal.
- Follow the facility procedure for recording the order in the resident’s clinical record, including the type, route, dosage, frequency and strength of each medication.
- Be familiar with the meaning and usage of common medical abbreviations, symbols, and terms relative to the administration of medications as used by the facility, pharmacists, and physicians.
- Gather and record information regarding incidents in the Assisted Living facility.
- CPR, as needed.
- Other duties as assigned.
SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS
Job Type : Full-time
