CERTIFIED MEDICATION AIDE (76283)

Regency Integrated Health Services; Edinburg (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Regency Integrated Health Services in Edinburg, Texas, seeks a dedicated Certified Mediation Aide to administer and document prescribed medications according to protocols. The role requires observing patient reactions and reporting to the charge nurse, along with monitoring vital signs prior to medication administration.

The ideal candidate should have a high school diploma, successfully complete training, and possess required skills in medication administration. This role offers a fulfilling opportunity within our healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Successful completion of State Approved Medication Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program.
• Good standing in the state registry is required.

Responsibilities

• Administers medications and treatments as per protocols.
• Observes and reports medication reactions.
• Monitors vital signs prior to medication administration.

Skills

Medication administration

Observation skills

Vital signs monitoring

Communication

Universal Precautions knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Primary Responsibilities

The Certified Mediation Aide will prepare, administer, and document prescribed medications per protocol.

Essential Functions

• Administers prescribed medications and treatments as defined by state regulations in accordance with company policy and procedure.
• Observes and reports to the facility's charge nurse reactions and side-effects to medication shown by a resident.
• Takes and records vital signs prior to the administration of medication which could affect or change the vital signs.
• Reports to charge nurse and documents reasons prescribed drugs are not administered.
• Administers regularly prescribed medication which the permit holder has been trained to administer only after personally preparing (setting up) the medication.
• Documents the administered medication in the resident's medication administration record.
• Administers oxygen per nasal cannula or a non-sealing face mask only in an emergency; immediately after the emergency, the medication aide shall verbally notify the licensed nurse on duty or on call and appropriately document the action and notification.
• Applies specifically ordered ophthalmic, otic, nasal, and vaginal medication.
• Accurately follows all principals of good medication administration.
• Assists in customary daily requirements and tasks in care and treatment such as bathing, feeding, dressing, observing intake of food, care of hair, nails, moving residents from area to area, responding to calls, etc., which includes lifting and transferring.
• Helps charge nurses with the cleanliness of the nursing station, medication room, and supply room.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.

Licensing Requirements

• Successful completion of State Approved Medication Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program.
• Good standing in the state registry is required.

Experience Requirements

• Preferred one (1) year of previous health care experience.
• Must demonstrate working knowledge of Universal Precautions and the Blood Borne Pathogen rules.

Physical Demands

• Lifting – 1-25 lbs: Rarely, Occasionally, Frequently
• Lifting – 25-50 lbs: Rarely, Occasionally, Frequently
• Lifting – 50+ lbs: Rarely, Occasionally, Frequently
• Carrying – 1-25 lbs: Rarely, Occasionally, Frequently
• Carrying – 25-50 lbs: Rarely, Occasionally, Frequently
• Carrying – 50+ lbs: Rarely, Occasionally, Frequently
• Pushing/Pulling – 1-25 lbs: Rarely, Occasionally, Frequently
• Pushing/Pulling – 25-50 lbs: Rarely, Occasionally, Frequently
• Pushing/Pulling – 50+ lbs: Rarely, Occasionally, Frequently
• Sliding/Transferring – 1-25 lbs: Rarely, Occasionally, Frequently
• Sliding/Transferring – 25-50 lbs: Rarely, Occasionally, Frequently
• Sliding/Transferring – 50+ lbs: Rarely, Occasionally, Frequently
• Standing: Rarely, Occasionally, Frequently
• Sitting: Rarely, Occasionally, Frequently
• Walking: Rarely, Occasionally, Frequently
• Speaking: Rarely, Occasionally, Frequently
• Driving: Rarely, Occasionally, Frequently
• Balancing/Climbing: Rarely, Occasionally, Frequently
• Stooping/Kneeling: Rarely, Occasionally, Frequently
• Crouching/Crawling: Rarely, Occasionally, Frequently
• Reaching: Rarely, Occasionally, Frequently
• Hearing/Listening: Rarely, Occasionally, Frequently
• Seeing: Rarely, Occasionally, Frequently
• Turning/Twisting/Leaning: Rarely, Occasionally, Frequently

Regency Integrated Health Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Regency does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability status, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment decisions are based on legitimate, non-discriminatory criteria.