Full Time Medication Aide (7am-7pm)

Caraday Healthcare • Round Rock, TX

100d

About The Position

The Medication Aide is responsible for accurately preparing, administering, and documenting medications as prescribed, observing residents for reactions or side effects.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Must have completed and passed a state approved Medication Aide course.
• Current medication aide permit from Texas Department of Health.
• Be in good standing on Nurse Aide Registry and Nurse Assistant Misconduct Registry.
• Current Certified Nurse Assistant certification in Texas.
• Ability to understand, remember and carry out oral and written instructions in English.
• Ability to speak clearly and hear well enough to communicate with residents.

Nice To Haves

• CPR certified.

Responsibilities

• Accurately prepare, administer and document medications as prescribed.
• Immediately report any errors to Charge Nurse or Director of Nursing.
• Accurately take and record vital signs.
• Accurately count and sign medication administration record for controlled drugs.
• Safely lift, move and transfer residents as required.
• Observe all residents and report anything unusual or abnormal to Charge Nurse.
• Follow safety guidelines and promptly remove and clean up urine or bowel excretions and other spills or safety hazards.
• Safely utilize equipment and report any needing service or repair immediately.
• Participate in emergency fire or disaster drills and other in-service training as scheduled.
• Follow Universal Safety Precautions to protect oneself, residents, and other staff members.
• Maintain regular attendance in accordance with facility absence policies.
• Perform Nurse Aide duties as directed.
• Promote positive public relations with patients, residents, family members, and guests.
• Use tactful, appropriate communications in sensitive and emotional situations.
• Use appropriate workplace behavior and adhere to dress code at all times.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Charge Nurse.
• Observe for and immediately report to Charge Nurse or Shift Supervisor any noted reactions or side effects of medications.
• Understand and adhere to the guidelines of 'Residents Rights' and assure resident safety.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees