Medication Aide Jobs

Assist in the administering of medications to residents in an Assisted Living Community as ordered and directed by the attending physician, your supervisor and ED/Administrator. The administration of medications shall be in accordance with established nursing standards, the policies, procedures and practices of the community, and the requirements of the State of North Carolina as noted in the NC Licensing of Homes for the Aged and Infirm (Section .1000 Medications)

• Agencies/personnel and the general public.
• Follow all policies and procedures of the facility governing the administering of medications to residents, and note and report errors in the administration of medications.
• Participate and cooperate with any community surveys and/or inspections made by authorized government agencies as requested by ED/Administrator or Director of Nursing Services.
• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
• Report any complaints or grievances made by residents to your Supervisor or ED/Administrator.
• Maintain the confidentiality of all resident care information.
• Follow established safety precautions in the performance of all duties.
• Assure safe medication storage as specified (Rule 10A NCAC 13F.106) when a prescribing order allows for the self administration of medications for residents who are competent and physically able to do so.
• Be familiar with and able to apply all the home's accident, fire safety, OSHA and emergency procedures.
• Must have or obtain 15-Hour Medication Aide Certificate within 30-days of Hire.
• Must have or Obtain C.N.A. or Personal Care Aide Certificate (80-Hour) with Personal Care Aide Training within 6-months of hire.
• Must have a clear SBI record and maintain during duration of employment.
• Verify the identity of the resident before administering any medication treatment. Observe and verify that medication is ingested or applied as directed. Document any instance where medication is not administered, including reason(s) or refusal by resident.
• Accurately and safely prepare, administer and document any oral and/or topical medications that are commonly used and may be ordered for the resident by the attending physician or Medical Director.
• Perform other duties as required by Circumstance.
• Must be available to assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations.
• Be familiar with the meaning and usage of common medical abbreviations, symbols and terms relative to the administration of medications as used by the community, pharmacists and physicians.
• Must possess the ability and willingness to work harmoniously with other personnel.
• Must complete Medication Aide Check off within 30-days of Hire.
• Participate in job-related continuing education as required by ED/Administrator.
• Must be able to Bend, Stoop, Squat, and reach overhead as needed.
• Must possess good written and verbal communication skills.
• Assist in the development and implementation of procedures or programs of the community and perform administrative requirements by completing necessary forms, charts, reports, etc. and submit as required.
• Must maintain resident confidentiality and resident rights at all times.
• Must acquire a two-step tuberculin skin test (first step prior to hire and second test within two weeks of first test).
• Must have no substantiated findings on the NC Personnel Registry or Health Care Program and maintain during duration of employment.
• Must be able to Lift, Push, Pull, and Carry a minimum of 50 Pounds.
• Adhere to the proper disposition of resident medications as noted by Rule 10A NCAC 13F.1007.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must be able to relate to and work with the ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset and at times hostile people within the community.
• Must be able to read, write, understand and follow directions.
• Be familiar with the Adult Care Home Residents' Bill of Rights and assist residents with exercising these rights.
• Attend and participate in QA programs, the Pharmaceutical Services Committee, and any other community committee or program which may affect the medication pass and seeks to improve the performance and accuracy of the medication process.
• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government
• Be responsible for reading and adhering to all Adult Care Home and employee policies.
• Assure careful treatment of Adult Care Home equipment and utilization of supplies.
• Attend and participate in continuing education programs designed to keep you abreast of changes in your profession, as well as maintain your certification on a current status.
• Help maintain the self-respect, personal dignity and physical safety of each resident.
• Must be Medication Aide Certified.

Assists the ED/Administrator in the performance of management duties, routinely supervises other staff and generally maintains the home's operations in compliance with licensing rules and assumes full management of the home in the absence of the ED/Administrator.

• Assure that all training is kept up to date and documented for all staff.
• Maintain a friendly, productive, working relationship with other members of the department of nursing, attending physicians, the Medical Director and Pharmacists.
• Assist in developing and implementing procedures or programs of the facility that seek to determine what medication errors are taking place, when, where and why they occur and how they can be prevented.
• Report any complaints or grievances made by residents to the Administrator
• Must maintain resident confidentiality and resident rights at all times.
• Follow established safety precautions and report all hazardous conditions and equipment.
• Help maintain the self-respect, personal dignity and physical safety of each resident.
• Must be available to assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations.
• Follow all regulations as required by federal HIPPA laws.
• Provide assistance to residents with activities of daily living according to residents' Care Plan.
• Attend and participate in QA programs, the Pharmaceutical Services Committee, and any other community committee or program which may affect the medication pass and seeks to improve the performance and accuracy of the medication process.
• Notify the Director immediately of any concerns of neglect/abuse/exploitation by other staff.
• Attend and participate in Care Plan meetings as necessary.
• Find coverage for all call-ins for direct care staff.
• Must have a High School Diploma or GED.
• Must be able to relate to and work with the ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset and at times hostile people within the community.
• Participate and cooperate with any community surveys and/or inspections made by authorized government agencies as requested by ED/Administrator or Director of Nursing Services.
• Adhere to the proper disposition of resident medications as noted by Rule 10A NCAC 13F.1007.
• Conduct orientation and supervision of staff during your assigned shift.
• Monitor the halls continuously.
• Must possess good written and verbal communication skills.
• Work cooperatively with all other staff and relate favorably to residents, their families and visitors
• Must have or obtain C.N.A. or Personal Care Aide Certificate (80-Hour) with Personal Care Aide training within 6-months of hire.
• Attend and participate in continuing education programs designed to keep you updated of changes in your profession, as well as to maintain your certification on a current status.
• Be familiar with resident’s bill of rights and assist residents in exercising those rights.
• Follow the policies and procedures of the facility governing the administering of medications to residents.
• Attend and participate in continuing education programs designed to keep you abreast of changes in your profession, as well as maintain your certification on a current status.
• Must have a clear SBI record and maintain during duration of employment.
• Conduct tours of the facility as needed.
• Must be able to read, write, understand and follow directions.
• Keep updated work schedule as call outs or changes occur.
• Report any complaints or grievances made by residents to your Supervisor or ED/Administrator.
• Help maintain the self-respect, personal dignity and physical safety of each resident.
• Must be able to Lift, Push, Pull, and Carry a minimum of 50 Pounds.
• Listen to the concerns or comments of staff and residents, and report issues to the Administrator.
• Perform other duties as required by circumstances.
• Help maintain the self-respect, personal dignity, and physical safety of each resident.
• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public.
• Maintain the confidentiality of all resident care information.
• Assure that medications are stored properly in the building.
• Accurately and safely prepare, administer and document any oral and/or topical medications that are commonly used and may be ordered for the resident by the attending physician or Medical Director.
• Participate in QA Programs, the Pharmaceutical Services Committee and any other facility committee or program which affects the medication pass and seeks to improve the performance and accuracy of the medication process.
• Perform administrative requirements such as completing necessary forms, charts, reports, etc., and submit these as required.
• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
• Be familiar with and be able to apply all of the adult care home's accident, fire safety, OSHA and emergency procedures.
• Meet visitors, responsible parties, family members and social workers and assist in reason for their visit.
• Assure that the care plans of all residents are appropriately implemented.
• Be familiar with and able to apply all the home's accident, fire safety, OSHA and emergency procedures.
• Must have a two-step tuberculin skin test (first test prior to hire and second test within two weeks of first test).
• Assist with orientation of new residents into the home.
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• Work with resident care coordinator and/or Administrator regarding resolution of residents’ needs.
• Must possess the ability and willingness to work harmoniously with other personnel.
• Must have or obtain Medication Aide Certification within 60-days of Check off.
• Must have or obtain 15-Hour Medication Aide Certificate within 30-days of Hire.
• Participate and cooperate with any facility surveys/inspections made by authorized government agencies as requested by Administrator.
• Assist in the development and implementation of procedures or programs of the community and perform administrative requirements by completing necessary forms, charts, reports, etc. and submit as required.
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Note and report errors in the administration of medications.
• Must have minimum of six months of supervisory experience.
• Follow established safety precautions in the performance of all duties.
• Assure safe medication storage as specified (Rule 10A NCAC 13F.106) when a prescribing order allows for the self administration of medications for residents who are competent and physically able to do so.
• Verify the identity of the resident before administering any medication treatment. Observe and verify that medication is ingested or applied as directed. Document any instance where medication is not administered, including reason(s) or refusal by resident.
• Be familiar with the meaning and usage of common medical abbreviations, symbols and terms relative to the administration of medications as used by the community, pharmacists and physicians.
• Must be able to Bend, Stoop, Squat, and reach overhead as needed.
• Must complete Medication Aide Check off within 30-days of Hire.
• Must have no substantiated findings on the NC Personnel Registry or Health Care Program and maintain during duration of employment.
• Must be CPR Certified or willing to become CPR certified within 60 days of hire.
• Assure quick and appropriate response by staff to call lights, alarms, and other signaling devices.
• Assure the general well being of the residents at all times.
• Follow all policies and procedures of the facility governing the administering of medications to residents, and note and report errors in the administration of medications.