Certified Medication Aide - First and second shift - The Gardens of St. Francis
CHI Living Communities
Oregon, OH
Full-time
Health Care Provider
Posted on March 24, 2020
The Certified Medication Aide administers oral and topical medication, including controlled substances, to residents as prescribed by their attending physicians under the direction of a registered or licensed nurse. This position also requires assisting residents with activities of daily living and other nursing assistant duties to ensure quality care
Department: Nursing
Reports to: Unit Manger/Nurse Supervisor
Essential Job Specific Duties/Responsibilities
- Assists licensed staff in administering non-parental medication, including controlled substances.
- Administers treatments as prescribed by physicians in accordance with facility policies.
- Functions as a nursing assistant when instructed to do so by the Director of Nursing and/or Nurse Manager.
- Completes administrative work as required.
- Maintains knowledge of equipment set-up, maintenance, and use.
- Reports observations to licensed personnel.
- Maintains resident care supplies, equipment, and environment.
- Maintains general knowledge of the effects and side effects of drugs commonly used and those they are permitted to administer and principles, procedures and practices regarding drug administration.
- Signs for all oral and topical medications she/he has administered.
- Assists with the provision of the care to residents (within qualifications) and participates in social and activity programs in order to help meet the physical, mental, social, and spiritual needs of the residents to promote a happy, safe, and fulfilling environment.