MEDICATION AIDE – THE FOLEY CENTER AT CHESTNUT RIDGE Position Available In Watauga, North Carolina
Tallo's Job Summary: The Foley Center at Chestnut Ridge is currently hiring a Medication Aide in Blowing Rock, NC. This full-time, night position involves administering medications as directed, performing procedures like vital signs and enemas, and ensuring resident and staff safety. Requirements include registration on the NA1 registry, completion of state-approved training, and physical abilities to lift and move patients as needed.
Job Description
MEDICATION AIDE – THE FOLEY CENTER AT CHESTNUT RIDGE
Liberty Healthcare & Rehabilitation Services
Blowing Rock, NC
Technical Unlicensed Health Care
Full Time, Night (12), EOW, Rotating
Posted 04/16/
Req # 49346 Liberty Cares
With Compassion •$7,500 Sign on Bonus Available•At Liberty Healthcare and Rehabilitation Services, we promote a challenging, but rewarding opportunity in a caring environment. We are currently seeking an experienced:
MEDICATION AIDE
Full-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.
Successfullyplete the state approved training program includingpetency 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.
