Certified Medication Aide

Paradigm at the Creek; Wharton (TX); On-site; USD 33,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Life insurance

Referral program

Job summary

Paradigm at the Creek in Wharton, TX is looking for a dedicated Certified Medication Aide to join our skilled nursing facility. You will provide direct nursing care and administer medications, ensuring the highest standards of respect and professionalism.

The role offers a $1,500 sign-on bonus along with comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance, as well as paid time off. Candidates must possess active certifications as both a Medication Aide and nursing assistant, with long-term care experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Must possess current, unencumbered, active certifications as a Medication Aide and nursing assistant.
• 2 years’ experience in Long-Term Care preferred.
• Six months experience as a Certified Medication Aide preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care and administer medications under the direction of a nurse.
• Ensure medications are administered in a timely manner.
• Document administration of medications according to policies.

Skills

Strong utilization knowledge of Point Click Care

Computer literacy skills (Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Office, Internet)

Leadership skills

Organizational skills

Education

Current certification as Medication Aide

Current certification as nursing assistant

Job description

Job Details – Job Location: Paradigm at the Creek - Wharton, TX 77488. Position Type: Full Time. Education Level: High School. Job Shift: Day. Calling all candidates who want to be part of a fun and growing team!

We are a skilled nursing facility looking for a dedicated and compassionate Certified Medication Aide to join the Paradigm Healthcare family!

Get hired now and receive a $1,500 sign‑on bonus!

Job Duties

• Under the direction of a nurse, provide direct nursing care and prepare and administer oral, nasal, eye, ear, vaginal, rectal, topical, and/or other medications according to applicable state and federal regulations, facility policies and procedures, and prudent nursing judgment.
• Ensure that medications are administered in a timely manner and if there must be a delay, document explanations for delays as necessary.
• Document administration of medications and other tasks in accordance with organization policies and procedures.
• Follow appropriate infection control practices.
• Keep medication cart clean, organized, stocked, and secured as directed.
• Use medication cart and administer medication as directed and in accordance with organization policies and procedures.
• Perform resident care duties as assigned by charge nurse, including but not limited to transporting and transferring, restocking resident room, changing linen, properly positioning resident, bathing, assisting with bowel and bladder needs, assisting with dressing, assisting with eating and hydration, taking vital signs, and caring for resident as needed or directed.
• Deliver care to residents following their plan of care in accordance with current physician’s orders, rules, regulations, and guidelines that govern the nursing care facilities under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse.
• Provide care in a professional/courteous manner by ensuring the resident is approached in a kind, gentle and friendly manner.
• Provide care in a manner that respect for the resident’s dignity and privacy is consistently upheld.
• Have knowledge of and utilize the facility’s written policies and procedures that govern the day‑to‑day functions of the nursing service department.
• Utilize established methods for coordination and communication of nursing services with other resident services to ensure the continuity of the residents’ total regimen of care.
• Participate in facility surveys (inspections) made by authorized government agencies as necessary or as may be directed.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Life insurance
• Referral program

Qualifications

• Must possess a current, unencumbered, active certification to practice as a Medication Aide in the State.
• Must possess a current, unencumbered, active certification to practice as a nursing assistant in the State.
• 2 years’ experience in Long‑Term Care experience preferred.
• Six (6) months experience as a Certified Medication Aide preferred.
• Strong utilization knowledge of Point Click Care preferred.
• Computer literacy skills (Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Office, Internet) required. Must be able to demonstrate leadership, organizational skills, and maintain a positive and professional attitude.
• Ability to work well under pressure, meet deadlines and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.