Care-Driven Medication Aide: Precise Admin & Vital Checks

Regency Integrated Health Services; Weslaco (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Windsor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center of Weslaco in Weslaco, TX is seeking a Certified Medication Aide to prepare, administer, and document prescribed medications per protocol. The role requires following state regulations, documenting in the medication administration record, and promptly reporting any reactions to the charge nurse.

Responsibilities include taking vital signs before medication administration when necessary, assisting with daily care tasks, and ensuring safety with universal

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Successful completion of State Approved Medication Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program; good standing in state registry.

Responsibilities

• Administer prescribed medications and treatments per policy and state regulations.
• Observe and report medication reactions to the charge nurse.
• Take and record vital signs before medication administration when needed.
• Document administered medications in the resident's medication administration record.
• Assist in daily care tasks as needed and maintain safety/compliance.

Skills

Healthcare experience

Observation skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Medication Aide Training & Competency Evaluation

Job description

Windsor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center of Weslaco in Weslaco, TX is seeking a Certified Medication Aide to prepare, administer, and document prescribed medications per protocol. The role requires following state regulations, documenting in the medication administration record, and promptly reporting any reactions to the charge nurse.

Responsibilities include taking vital signs before medication administration when necessary, assisting with daily care tasks, and ensuring safety with universal