Medication Aide

About the Role

Under the direction of a licensed nurse, the Certified Medicine Aide effectively and efficiently administers medications and treatments. They function within the standards of practice as accorded by certification and per state regulations.

Responsibilities

• Receives report at the beginning of shift with nurses.
• Reports observations concerning patient condition, emergency situations, or difficulties with medications to the supervising nurse.
• Prepares and administers routine and PRN medications as prescribed by the physician; does not administer medication based on verbal order.
• Documents administration of medications per Recover-Care policies.
• Maintains medication supply and cleans and restocks medicine carts and medicine room as needed.
• Notifies pharmacy of new medication orders and refills.
• Performs accurate vital sign monitoring when indicated by drug therapy.
• Maintains current knowledge of medications and investigates/looks up unknown medications before administration.
• Uses Point Click Care according to the Business Process, if applicable.
• Stays and works beyond scheduled shift if needed to meet state staffing requirements and/or needs of patients.
• Promotes a culture of safety to ensure a healthy practice and living environment.
• Collaborates and coordinates with other departments to provide timely, effective care consistent with individual’s needs, choices, and preferences.
• Contributes to an environment that is respectful, team-oriented, and responsive to the concerns of staff, patients, and families.
• Maintains confidentiality and protects sensitive Protected Health Information (PHI) at all times.
• Attends re-certification courses per state requirements and renews CMA license timely.
• Performs Certified Nursing Assistant duties as needed and as defined in the Certified Nursing Assistant job description.
• Performs other duties as requested.

Requirements

• Completion of a state-approved medicine course with a passing grade.
• Completion of a state-approved certified nursing assistant program.
• Must be a Certified Nursing Assistant with one year of experience in nursing.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the spoken English language to ensure the safety and wellbeing of patients and visitors.
• Basic knowledge of computer use or willingness to learn.
• Must attend a minimum of 12 hours of continuing education programs provided by the center to maintain certification.
• Must provide verification of TST (tuberculin skin test) as required by state law and in accordance with Company policy. TSTs will be administered at the work site if required.