MEDICATION AIDE - THE FOLEY CENTER AT CHESTNUT RIDGE

Liberty Cares

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Liberty Healthcare and Rehabilitation Services , we promote a challenging, but rewarding opportunity in a caring environment.

We Are Currently Seeking An Experienced

MEDICATION AIDE

Part-Time, Nights

Job Description

Administers medication as directed in the Medication Administration policies and procedures manual except injections, medication given by g-tube or nasogastic tubes and IV medications.

Performs job duties ethically and morally; practices good leadership skills.

Performs procedures such as vital signs, giving enemas and suppositories, etc.

Performs universal precaution and hazardous chemical procedures in order to keep residents and staff safe.

Performs documentation and reports ay medication errors immediately.

Counts controlled substance medications, gives / takes reports and follows proper sign-in, sign-off procedures when changing shifts.

Job Requirements

Registered on the NA1 registry with no allegations of abuse or neglect.

Successfully complete the state approved training program including competency evaluation and facility orientation program.

Ability to read, see, hear, and speak adequately to perform the essential job responsibilities.

Ability to crouch, stand, bend, stoop, and walk intermittently during the workday.

Ability to lift 50 lbs; on a regular basis, or at least 10 times per shift.

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Background checks / drug-free workplace.

EOE.