What are the responsibilities and job description for the Kentucky Medication Aide position at Henderson Nursing and Rehab?
Henderson Nursing and Rehab -
Must have CNA license and KMA certification for consideration
POSITION : Kentuck Medication Aide (KMA) Night shift 7p-7a & Part Time Day Shift 7a-7p
Same day pay available
NEW INCREASED WAGES!!!
POSITION PURPOSE :
Ensure proper dosage, distribution, and documentation of medication administration in accordance with physician orders and following State and Federal regulations.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF POSITION :
Prepare medications for resident administration as specified in the physician order, verifying medication, dose, route, time, and reason for administration.
Safely administering resident medication by verifying correct resident, obtaining any required vital signs pre-administration, assisting with resident repositioning as needed, and administering at a pace comfortable to the resident
Document medication administration in the medical record.
Maintain medication cart in a clean and efficient manner.
Ensure timely medication reorders from pharmacy as indicated.
Label / date opened medication bottles / vials / boxes as indicated.
Perform additional duties as assigned, which may include State Registered Nurse Aide (CNA) duties for which the KMA is qualified. This may include, but not limited to, assists with resident transfers and positioning, ambulation, activities of daily living including personal care, or feeding assistance.
EDUCATION / REQUIREMENTS :
High school diploma or equivalent, CNA License, AND Medication Aide Certificate required; or equivalent combination of education and experience.