About this role
Job DetailsJob Location: MO, Jefferson City - Algoa Correctional Center - JEFFERSON CITY, MO 65101Position Type: Full-TimeEducation Level: High School Diploma/GEDJob Shift: EveningJob Category: Nursing Professional & SupportPay Ranges from $20.00-$23.00 per hour + shift diff, depending on years of experience!
Centurion is proud to be the provider of comprehensive healthcare services to the Missouri Department of Corrections. We are currently seeking a full-time Level 1 Medication Aide to join our team at Algoa Correctional Center located in Jefferson City, Missouri.
The Level 1 Medication Aide Under the direction of the facility Director of Nursing / nursing designee, administers medications as prescribed; and documents the medication effectiveness and any noted adverse actions or side effects.
Qualifications
High school diploma or GED required.
Preferred to have current active Level 1 Medication Aide certification from the Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS) or the Department of Mental Health (DMH) which may also be referred to as DD Medication Aide (mo.tmutest.com).
Insulin certification preferred.
Must complete required continuing education to maintain certification (minimum of four (4) hours of medication administration training every two (2) years). Required training will be documented and maintained in Employee File. Must maintain current tuberculosis documentation and active CPR/AED certification.
If not already Level 1 Medication Aide certified – applicant must successfully complete internal level one medication aide and insulin training to maintain employment beyond probationary period.
Must be able to pass a background investigation and obtain agency security clearance where applicable.
One year experience in acute care, emergency or correctional setting preferred.
Available Shift: Evenings, 3:00pm-11:30pm, 5-8s, rotating weekends
We offer excellent compensation and comprehensive benefits for our full-time team members including:
Health, dental, vision, disability and life insurance
401(k) with company match
Generous paid time off
Paid holidays
Flexible Spending Account
Continuing Education benefits
Much more...
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About Centurion Health
Welcome to Centurion Health, a leading force in healthcare dedicated to serving special populations. We specialize in providing healthcare services to multi-site large populations. Currently, we serve 12 state correctional systems, providing correctional healthcare services to nearly 275,000 incarcerated individuals in more than 250 facilities through 18 programs in 15 states across the nation.
At Centurion Health, we’re not just setting the standard; we’re going beyond patient care and redefining it with excellence in healthcare across the nation.
What you'll do
- The Level 1 Medication Aide administers medications as prescribed and documents their effectiveness along with any adverse actions or side effects. This role operates under the direction of the facility Director of Nursing or nursing designee.
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