Certified Medication Aide
Rockwood Manor•Midland, TX
About The Position
The Certified Medication Aide administers medications to residents accurately and compassionately in accordance with physician orders and company policy. The role requires consistency, attention to detail, and a professional, team-oriented approach. The aide monitors residents for adverse medication reactions or changes in status, documents medication administration, maintains the medication cart and a safe environment, protects resident confidentiality, follows infection control procedures, and promptly reports medication errors to the Charge Nurse.
Requirements
- Hold a current Texas Medication Aide certification.
- Have experience and competence in medication administration procedures.
- Communicate clearly and demonstrate patience, discipline, and professionalism.
- Pay close attention to detail and ensure accurate documentation.
Responsibilities
- Administer prescribed oral, topical (to unbroken skin), and rectal medications according to physician orders and company policy.
- Monitor residents for adverse medication reactions or changes in status and report them.
- Accurately document all medication administration in compliance with policies.
- Maintain control of the medication cart and ensure a safe, hazard-free environment.
- Safeguard the confidentiality of resident information.
- Follow infection control procedures during medication administration.
- Immediately report medication errors to the Charge Nurse.
Benefits
- Health, dental, and vision insurance.
- AD&D, short-term disability, cancer, critical illness, and other coverage.
- Whole and term life insurance policies.
- Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
- Paid time off.
- Immediate 401(k) eligibility.
- Exceptional corporate resources.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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