What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medication Aide- The Villa position at The Villa at Texarkana?
Must have a CNA License and a Medication Aide License for this position.
Arrive to shift on time (6:00 am to 8:00 pm) (WITH 1 Hour Lunch Break)
- Narcotic count must be done with morning nurse and in the evening with 2-10 nurses for accuracy and holes in MAR.
- Medication pass must be done, within the time schedule 1 hour before or 1 hour after
- If discrepancy found in the MAR notify Charge nurse IMMEDIATELY
- When missing medications in the cart, 1st check medication room, if not found, must be reported to nurse and called to pharmacy.
- ALL this must be documented in 24hr report.
- Re-order medications, check medication for expiration dates, if expired removed from med cart
- and place in Discontinue box in medication room
- Refresh Ice during your shift in the dietary department. (Water pitcher dated with current date)
- Organize medication storage room 3 x weeks. Assigned days will be posted.
- Assist with feeding during meal times (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner)
- Before end of shift review ALL MAR's for HOLES
- And any other duties as assigned
*Remember to prevent medication errors and drug diversions.
Failure to follow duties will lead to a counseling and possible termination if further reoccurrences.
