Certified Medication Aide
About The Position
The Certified Medication Aide supports resident care by administering medications accurately and compassionately. The role requires consistency, strong attention to detail, and a professional, team-oriented attitude. The aide administers prescribed oral, topical (on unbroken skin), and rectal medications according to physician orders and company policy; monitors residents for adverse reactions or changes in status; and documents medication administration in compliance with policies. The role also includes maintaining control of the medication cart, providing a safe and hazard-free environment, protecting resident confidentiality, following infection-control procedures, and immediately reporting medication errors to the Charge Nurse.
Requirements
- Current Texas Medication Aide certification.
- Experience and competence in medication administration procedures.
- Clear communication and patience, discipline, and professionalism.
- Strong attention to detail and accurate documentation.
Responsibilities
- Administer prescribed oral, topical (on unbroken skin), and rectal medications according to physician orders and company policy.
- Monitor for and report adverse medication reactions or changes in resident status.
- Accurately document medication administration in compliance with policies.
- Maintain control of the medication cart and help 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
No Education Listed
