Certified Medication Technician

Oxford Nursing & Rehab Center • Oxford, AL

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About The Position

Diversicare is seeking a Certified Medication Technician (also described as a Certified Med Aide/Tech) to provide medication-related care to residents. The role works under the supervision of a licensed vocational nurse or registered professional nurse and follows state agency restrictions and facility procedures. The position includes preparing, administering, and documenting medications; observing residents for medication reactions; and reporting relevant information to licensed nursing staff.

Requirements

• Successfully completed a state-approved school of medication administration.
• Carry a current acknowledgment card or certification issued by a state agency.
• Be willing to abide by restrictions placed on the job by the state agency.
• Be a certified nursing assistant.

Responsibilities

• Work under the supervision of a licensed vocational nurse or registered professional nurse.
• Administer PRN medications after authorization by the facility’s licensed nurse or the resident’s treating physician.
• Organize assigned medication duties to prepare, pass, and document routine prescribed medications; administer PRN medication only on instruction from a licensed nurse.
• Document all PRN medications according to state standards in all areas of the chart.
• Observe residents for reactions and side effects of commonly administered medications and report them to the facility’s charge licensed nurse.
• Take and record vital signs before administering medications that could affect or change vital signs.
• Personally prepare medications the aide is permitted to administer, then administer and document regularly prescribed medications in the resident’s clinical record.
• Administer oxygen by nasal channel or non-sealing face mask only in an emergency; immediately notify the licensed nurse on duty or on call afterward and document the activity and notification.
• At the charge nurse’s discretion, count narcotics, administer routine prescribed narcotics, and document them on the individual and medication sheets.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 401(k)
• Vacation
• Tuition reimbursement
• Daily wage access
• Opportunities for advancement through cross-training and shadowing in diverse departments

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed