CERTIFIED MEDICATION AIDE

The following is a non-exhaustive criterion that relates to the job of a Certified Medication Aide, and it is consistent with the builds needs of the facility. these are legitimate measures of the qualifications for a Certified Medication Aide and are related to the functions that are essential to the job of a Certified Medication Aide.

• Current Medication Administration certification from state.
• Ability to record information and perform technical procedures.
• Good communication skills with excellent self-discipline and patience.
• Demonstrate competence for medication administration.
• Ability to perform work tasks within the physical demand requirements as outlined below.
• Genuine care and interest in elderly and handicapped people.
• Ability to comply with the Patient Bill of Rights and the Employee Responsibilities.
• Ability to comply with Company and departmental safety policies and procedures.
• Responsible for appropriately administering resident's prescribed PO, topical (unbroken skin) and rectal medication according to the physician's orders and Medication Administration policies.
• Monitors adverse effects of administered medications and reports them immediately to Charge Nurse.
• Records all medication administration according to company policy.
• Reports any medication errors immediately to Charge Nurse.
• Responsible for maintaining security of the medication cart and environment free of accident hazards.
• Responsible for maintaining confidentiality and privacy of residents.
• Responsible for observing infection control policies for medication administration.
• Responsible for properly monitoring assigned administration of resident medication.
• Responsible for notifying the Charge Nurse of complaints, reactions, or any change in resident status.
• Ability to lift, bend and twist repetitively with minor assistance.
• Basic Computer Knowledge.

• Sitting: 2 hours in an 8-hour work shift.
• Standing: 3-7 hours in an 8-hour work shift. Alternates continuous to walking.
• Walking: 3-7 hours in an 8-hour work shift. Alternates occasionally to standing.
• Lifting: 50 lbs.