Certified Medication Aide

Kemp Care Center•Kemp, TX

11h

About The Position

The Certified Medication Aide supports resident care by accurately and compassionately administering medications. The role requires consistency, strong attention to detail, and a professional, team-oriented attitude. The aide administers medications according to physician orders and company policy, monitors residents for reactions or changes in status, documents medication administration, maintains medication-cart control and a safe environment, protects resident privacy, follows infection-control procedures, and 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 (on 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.
Protect the confidentiality of resident information.
Follow infection-control procedures during medication administration.
Immediately report medication errors to the Charge Nurse.