MEDICATION AIDE Reports To: Charge Nurse FLSA Status: Hourly / Non-Exempt POSITION SUMMARY The Medication Aide administers medications and provides direct care to patients under the direction, supervision, and in collaboration with a Registered Nurse. ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES  Administered prescribed medications following the six rights of medication administration and in accordance with medical provider’s order according to scope of practice.  Observes patients for drug reactions and promptly reports concerns to the nurse.  Performs all tasks associated with medication administration including accurately obtaining and documenting patient vital signs, calculating medication dosages, and stocking the medication cart.  Thoroughly document all care provided, patient response to care, and patient refusals of care.  Ensure compliance with company policy as well as federal, state, and local regulations.  Seeks guidance from nurse as needed to perform medication administration tasks safely and efficiently.  Reports any medication error to the nurse immediately.  Properly stores medications; dates and initials opened containers.  Properly prepares medication for administration using appropriate tools (dosage cups, gloves, pill crusher)  Maintains a clean, well-stocked, and organized medication cart and medication room.  Prepares all supplies on medication cart prior to the start of shift.  Keeps keys to medication cart on person at all times; keeps medication cart locked when unattended.  Performs count of controlled medications and signs at start and end of each shift.  Provides adequate fluids and observes patient to ensure medication is swallowed. JOB DESCRIPTION: Medication Aide 2 of 3 REVISED 05/2023  Records medication not administered per order and promptly notifies nurse.  Respond to call bells, signal lights, intercoms, and patient requests for assistance in a timely manner.  Immediately communicate changes in patient condition to licensed nurse.  Operates all equipment / devices according to guidelines / operational instructions.  Complete frequent room rounds to ensure clean, orderly, and safe patient environment.  Participates in the admission / discharge / transfer process.  Perform properly cleaning and disinfection of equipment and devices in accordance with company standards and guidelines.  Review and investigate patient, family, and staff concerns; take action to resolve and prevent reoccurrence.  Participates in training / precepting of new staff.  Attend staff meetings / in-services as needed.  Completes all required trainings in a timely manner.  Performs other duties as necessary for the successful operation of the healthcare center. PREREQUISITES, SKILLS, & ABILITIES  One year of previous medication aide experience preferred.  Active, unencumbered certification as a Medication Aide in the state of employment; or authorization to practice as a Medication Aide in accordance with guidelines from the appropriate board of certification.  Excellent written and verbal communication skills.  Strong ability to make independent decisions and work without direct supervision.  Ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government personnel, and the public.  Must have thorough knowledge of current standards of nursing assistant practice.  Must be knowledgeable of computer systems and applications.  Excellent customer service focus. JOB DESCRIPTION: Medication Aide 3 of 3 REVISED 05/2023 PHYSICAL DEMANDS LIGHT MEDIUM HEAVY EXTENSIVE Exerts up to 25 lbs. of force occasionally. Exerts up to 15 lbs. of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects including the human body Exerts up to 25 lbs. of force occasionally. Exerts up to 15 lbs. of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects including the human body Exerts up to 100 lbs. of force occasionally. Exerts up to 50 lbs. of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects including the human body Exerts up to 100 lbs. of force occasionally. Exerts an excess of 50 lbs. of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects including the human body ACKNOWLEDGEMENT All job requirements in the job description provided indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills, and/or abilities deemed necessary to perform the job competently. Job descriptions are an overview of the duties, responsibilities, and requirements of the position. Employees may be required to perform other job-related assignments as requested. I affirm that I have read and understand the job requirements, responsibilities, and expectations set forth in the job description provided for my position. I attest that I am able to perform the essential job functions as outlined with or without any reasonable accommodations. EMPLOYEE PRINTED NAME SIGNATURE DATE SUPERVISOR PRINTED NAME SIGNATURE DAT