PRN Certified Medication Aide

Water's Edge of Bradenton, located in Bradenton, FL, is both an independent and assisted living community owned and operated by National Church Residences, the nation’s largest provider of affordable senior housing and health care services. We are seeking a Certified Medication Technician to advance better living and care for seniors.

About the role

The Certified Medication Aide, under the delegation of the nurse, performs advanced-level observations, reports and records observations appropriately, forms nursing judgments, and carries out nursing actions based on scientific principles. This role is non-exempt and reports to the Charge Nurse/Unit Manager.

Responsibilities

• Utilize the Six Rights of Medication Administration and accurately record the administration of medications for residents as prescribed by the physician.
• Notify the nurse immediately if a medication error occurs.
• Observe and report to the nurse symptoms and conditions of residents that could relate to medication interactions, adverse drug reactions, or medication side effects.
• Determine and record the effectiveness of medications in a timely and accurate manner as required by state and federal regulations.
• Store medications safely and accurately in accordance with established facility policies and applicable regulations.
• Monitor medications to ensure adequate accountability measures are taken during ordering, receipt, administration, and shift changes.
• Obtain, record, and report vital signs as indicated during medication administration.

Requirements

• Successful completion of the Certified Medication Aide course.
• One year of experience as a Residential Care Aide or certified aide.

Skills

• Good communication, comprehension, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to speak, read, write, and understand English.