Certified Medication Aide

Pleasant Springs Healthcare Center; Mount Pleasant (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Coverage

AD&D, Short-Term Disability, Cancer, &

Life Insurance

Professional Growth

Time to Recharge

Retirement Planning

Unwavening Support

Job summary

Pleasant Springs Healthcare Center in Mount Pleasant, TX is seeking a Certified Medication Aide to support resident care with precision and compassion, administering medications, monitoring for adverse reactions, and documenting care.

The ideal candidate holds a current Texas Medication Aide certification, communicates clearly, pays close attention to detail, and adheres to infection control policies. We offer comprehensive benefits and a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Holds a current Texas Medication Aide certification.
• Experience and competence in medication administration procedures.
• Communicates clearly and demonstrates patience, discipline, and professionalism.
• Pays close attention to detail and ensures accurate documentation.

Responsibilities

• Administer Medications: Dispense prescribed PO, topical, and rectal medications per orders and policy.
• Monitor and Report: Observe adverse reactions or status changes and report promptly.
• Document Accurately: Record all medication administration per policy.
• Ensure Safety: Maintain secure medication cart and a hazard-free environment.
• Protect Privacy: Safeguard resident information confidentiality.
• Adhere to Infection Control: Follow infection control procedures during administration.
• Report Errors: InformCharge Nurse immediately of any medication errors.

Skills

Medication administration

Documentation

Infection control

Communication

Education

Texas Medication Aide certification

Job description

Join Our Team as a Certified Medication Aide

Support Resident Care with Precision and Compassion

We’re seeking a reliable and dedicated Certified Medication Aide to join our growing team! This role is essential in delivering accurate and compassionate care through proper medication administration. Success in this role requires consistency, strong attention to detail, and a professional, team-oriented attitude.

Your Impact as a Certified Medication Aide

In this role, you will:

• Administer Medications: Dispense prescribed PO, topical (unbroken skin), and rectal medications per physician’s orders and company policy

• Monitor and Report: Watch for and report any adverse medication reactions or changes in resident status

• Document Accurately: Record all medication administration in compliance with policies

• Ensure Safety: Maintain control of the medication cart and ensure a safe, hazard-free environment

• Protect Privacy: Safeguard the confidentiality of resident information

• Adhere to Infection Control: Follow all infection control procedures during medication administration

• Report Errors: Immediately report any medication errors to the Charge Nurse

What Makes You a Great Fit

We’re looking for someone who:

• Holds a current Texas Medication Aide certification

• Has experience and competence in medication administration procedures

• Communicates clearly and demonstrates patience, discipline, and professionalism

• Pays close attention to detail and ensures accurate documentation

Benefits (Full-Time)

• Comprehensive Coverage: Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• Extra Protection: AD&D, Short-Term Disability, Cancer, Critical Illness, and more

• Life Insurance: Whole and Term Policies

• Professional Growth: Tuition Reimbursement for continued education

• Time to Recharge: Paid Time Off

• Retirement Planning: Immediate 401(k) eligibility

• Unwavening Support: Exceptional corporate resources

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.