MEDICATION AIDE CERTIFIED

Job Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Graduate of a state or board-approved CNA II training program
• Wyoming CNA II License with Medication Aide certification
• Experience in long term care or skilled nursing preferred

Essential Functions

• Administers and accurately records the administration of medication for residents as prescribed by the physician in accordance with established policies and procedures of this facility
• Observes, records and reports to the Staff Nurse symptoms and conditions of residents that could be related to medication interactions, adverse drug reactions or medication side effects
• Determines and records effectiveness of medication in a timely and accurate manner as required by state and federal regulations
• Provides and promotes residents rights during the administration of medications
• Stores medications in a safe and accurate manner in accordance with established policies and procedures of this facility and applicable state and federal regulation
• Routinely inspects, cleans and monitors equipment and supplies to ensure resident safety
• Reports any equipment or supply issues to the Staff Nurse for correction or repair
• Obtains, records and reports vital signs as indicated during the administration of medications
• Demonstrates awareness of proper infection control practice by using the Universal Precautions and following policies and procedures of this facility, including OSHA’s Blood-borne Pathogen Standard
• Communicates to residents, staff and others in an accurate and factual manner and seeks clarification from or refers to Staff Nurse when indicated
• Perform nursing skills that you have been deemed competent in by an RN
• Demonstrate a passion for caring as evidenced by interaction with co-workers, residents, families, and visitors
• Maintain and support a culture of compliance, ethics and integrity
• Maintain confidentiality and rights of resident, family, employee, and facility information in compliance with PHI HIPAA policies and applicable regulations
• Maintain safe work environment and exhibits safe work practices