Medication Aide

About the role

Practices in accordance with state regulations. Receives reports from the previous shift and Med Aide. Maintains physicians' orders in accordance with policy. Communicates appropriately with all care partners and utilizes appropriate communication tools.

Responsibilities

• Completes appropriate documentation each shift.
• Demonstrates knowledge of infection control and universal precautions.
• Reports deficiencies observed in resident apartments, clothing/linen, and community to the administrator.
• Completes Incident Report form as needed for any unusual occurrence.
• Observes and communicates any changes in resident physical or mental status as directed.
• Is thoroughly familiar with fire, missing persons, and other emergency procedures.
• Avoids loss, breakage, and waste of supplies and equipment.
• Maintains a neat and orderly Medication Room.
• Maintains resident records, including but not limited to obtaining current physician orders, clarifying orders, and alert and monthly charting.

Requirements

• Free of non-treated communicable disease.
• Holds current CPR/First Aid Certification.

Physical Demands

• Ability to push, pull, and lift at least 50 lbs.
• Ability to bend, squat, and climb stairs.
• Ability to continuously walk or stand.

Workplace Hazards

• Potential exposure to blood and bodily fluids.
• Potential exposure to communicable diseases.