Certified Medication Aide
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. Responsibilities include administering prescribed medications in accordance with physician orders and company policy, monitoring residents for adverse reactions or changes in status, documenting medication administration, maintaining medication-cart control and a safe environment, protecting resident confidentiality, following infection-control procedures, and promptly 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 (PO), 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.
- 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 and support.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
