Medication Aide - SAT/SUN 7A-11P
About The Position
The Medication Aide is responsible for accurately preparing, administering, and documenting medications as prescribed, observing residents for reactions or side effects. This role involves performing essential functions such as accurately taking and recording vital signs, counting and signing medication administration records for controlled drugs, and safely lifting, moving, and transferring residents. The Medication Aide must also observe residents for any unusual or abnormal findings and report them to the Charge Nurse. Following safety guidelines, utilizing equipment safely, and participating in emergency drills are also key aspects of the position. The role requires adherence to Universal Safety Precautions, the ability to withstand strong odors, and tolerance for personal protective equipment. Regular attendance and the performance of Nurse Aide duties as directed are also expected. Promoting positive public relations, using appropriate communication, and adhering to workplace behavior and dress code are also part of the responsibilities. The Medication Aide must observe for and report medication reactions or side effects and adhere to "Residents Rights" guidelines.
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
- Promptly remove and clean up urine or bowel excretions and other spills or safety hazards
- Safely utilize equipment
- Report any equipment needing service or repair immediately
- Participate in emergency fire or disaster drills and other in-service training as scheduled
- Follow Universal Safety Precautions in order to protect one self, residents and other staff members
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
