Certified Medication Aide PM Shift - Artesia New Mexico

Company: Artesia Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center
Location: Artesia, New Mexico
Posted On: 04/21/2024

Are you a person who believes in providing great care? Do you believe in having a positive impact on other people's lives? Are you a team-player, quick-thinker, and ready to be a part of an organization that supports your growth?WHAT WE'RE ABOUT
We believe care goes beyond a medical chart. With kindness and integrity as our guide, we strive for excellence in every interaction.
Requirements:
You care.
---Activities Aide Perks:

• Generous Bonuses
  
• Growth Opportunities - DOUBLE your salary
  
• Health Benefits
  
• 401K
  
  POSITION SUMMARY
  Administers oral and external medications to residents under the direction and supervision of a registered nurse or a licensed practical / vocational nurse.
  Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  
  
  
  • Prepares and administers medications to residents following established procedures
    
  • Verifies identity of resident receiving medication and records name of drug, dosage, and time of administration on specified forms or records
    
  • Clarifies any order or treatment regimen believed to be inaccurate, ineffective, or contraindicated by consulting with appropriate licensed practitioner. Notifies supervisor when making the decision not to administer
    
  • Takes and records vital signs upon administration of medications when required
    
  • Orders and re-orders medications and returns all discharge medications for credit in compliance with federal and state regulations.
    
  • Maintains neat, clean, and orderly medication room and cart. Takes appropriate precautions to make sure residents / patient do not have access to medications other than those prescribed
    
  • Completes required forms and documents in accordance with company policy and state and/or federal regulations
    
    Qualifications
    
    
    
    • 1-2 years' experience in related position, in healthcare environment preferred
      
    • High school diploma or equivalent desirable
      
    • Successful completion of a state approved course and is approved to administer oral and external medication
      
      Benefits:
      
      
      
      • Medical insurance with Rx benefits
        
      • Dental insurance
        
      • Vision care
        
      • 401k retirement savings plan
        
      • Paid vacation
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