Medication Aide Certified
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Job overview
Catholic Health Initiatives is hiring a Medication Aide Certified. The Medication Aide Certified will safely and accurately administer medications to residents and patients as directed by licensed nursing staff or physicians, under direct supervision, while adhering to protocols and promoting well-being. This role involves preparing and administering prescribed oral, topical, and non-injectable medications, meticulously verifying the five rights, and maintaining accurate medication records.
Key focus areas include Prepare and administer prescribed oral, topical, and non-injectable medications, Meticulously verify the five rights of medication administration, and Maintain accurate medication records.
Successful candidates bring 3+ Years Experience In Similar Position Or Related Field and Medication Aide: NE. Important skills include Attention To Detail, Accuracy, Compassionate Approach, Observation, Documentation, and Communication Skills. Preferred (not required): Effective Decision Making, Positive Customer Relations, Respect And Sensitivity To Cultural/Social Differences, and Problem Solving Skill.
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Job Summary and Responsibilities
As our Medication Aide, you will safely and accurately administer medications to residents/patients as directed by licensed nursing staff or physicians, under direct supervision, while adhering to protocols and promoting well-being.
Every day you will prepare and administer prescribed oral, topical, and non-injectable medications, meticulously verifying the five rights. Your role includes maintaining accurate medication records, ensuring proper storage and security, and assisting with activities of daily living as needed.
To be successful in this role, you will possess strong attention to detail, accuracy, and a compassionate approach. Excellent observation, documentation, and communication skills, adaptability, and a commitment to patient safety and teamwork are essential.
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Exhibits the ability to make effective decisions based on verifiable and measurable data/criteria.
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Promotes positive customer relations with internal and external customers.
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Demonstrates respect and sensitivity to cultural/social differences in interactions with others.
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Completes assigned tasks in a timely manner.
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Demonstrates initiative and problem solving skill, using sound judgment.
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Assumes additional responsibilities as needed, with little or no direction, and shows initiative in assisting others within the department.
Job Requirements
Required
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Minimum of three years’ experience required in similar position or related field
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Medication Aide: NE, upon hire
Where You'll Work
CommonSpirit Health was formed by the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health. With more than 700 care sites across the U.S., from clinics and hospitals to home-based care and virtual care services, CommonSpirit is accessible to nearly one out of every four U.S. residents. Our world needs compassion like never before. Our communities need caring and our families need protection. With our combined resources, CommonSpirit is committed to building healthy communities, advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable, and innovating how and where healing can happen, both inside our hospitals and out in the community.
Pay Range
$16.83 - $23.77 /hour
We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
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