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"<p><span style=\"color:#ffffff;\">IND3</span></p><p>At this time, we are seeking a Medication Aide to join our team!</p><p> </p><p><u><b>Responsibilities</b></u></p><ul><li>This is the job of the Medication Aide to administer oral and external medications to residents under the direction and supervision of a registered nurse or a licensed practical/vocational nurse.</li><li>Follows current standards of hygiene, safety and infection control when handling, storing and disposing of medications.</li><li>Administers medications within 60 minutes of scheduled time.</li><li>Takes and records vital signs upon administration of medications when required.</li><li>Recognizes the resident's right to refuse medication.</li><li>Notifies the appropriate RN/LPN when making the decision not to administer medication or treatment.</li><li>Clarifies any order or treatment regimen believed to be inaccurate, ineffective or contraindicated by consulting with the appropriate licensed nurse (RN/LPN).</li><li>Monitors residents who self-administer medications and report deviation from the plan of care to the licensed or registered nurse.</li><li>Secures medication cart.</li><li>Removes discontinued, outdated or deteriorated drugs from inventory.</li><li>Recognizes and reports unsafe conditions for medication provision.</li><li>Accurately documents medication provision.</li><li>Recognizes and reports general reactions to medications.</li><li>Recognizes the limitations of the Medication Aide role.</li></ul><p> </p><p><u><b>Qualifications</b></u></p><ul><li>High school diploma or equivalent.</li><li>Graduate of a state approved nursing assistant training program and passed a state approved competency examination.</li><li>Successful completion of a state approved Medication Aide course and is approved to administer oral and external medication.</li><li>Ability to perform medication administration in accordance with state regulations.</li><li>Strong communication skills.</li></ul><p> </p>"
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