Job Summary:

Administer the medication and treatments of residents. Provide direct care to residents.

Job Responsibilities:

• Administers and documents medication and treatment as directed.
• Observes, records, and reports symptoms and conditions of residents that could be related to medication interaction, adverse drug reactions, or a side effects of the medication.
• Stores medications in a safe and accurate manner while keeping medication areas clean and orderly.
• Monitors medications to ensure they are refilled as required by policies.
• Obtains vital signs and weights on residents as assigned and directed.
• Performs CNA duties when required.

Job Qualifications & Skills:

• Current Certified Medication Aide/technician certification in good standing in the state in which the facility is located
• Knowledge of safe medication administration technique
• Ability to recognize complications and adverse effects from medication
• Basic computer skills
• Demonstrates patience and empathy