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.
Work Remotely
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $15.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- AD&D insurance
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Free parking
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
Physical Setting:
- Long term care
- Nursing home
- Rehabilitation center
Application Question(s):
- Have you received a Medication Assistant Certified Certification in the state of Alabama?
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Preferred)
- Night Shift (Preferred)
- Overnight Shift (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
