Certified Medication Aide — Compassionate Resident Care

Cantex; Cedar Hill (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health plan options

Dental & vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Cantex is seeking a Certified Medication Aide to administer oral and topical medications to residents under the supervision of licensed nursing staff. The role ensures compliance with state and federal rules while contributing to residents’ comfort and well‑being.

The position requires state Nursing Assistant certification and a state-approved medication administration certification (where applicable), plus the ability to read, write, and speak English.

Qualifications

• Must hold state certification as Nursing Assistant.
• Must have state-approved medication administration certification (where required).
• Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently.

Responsibilities

• Administers medications as ordered by a physician under the supervision of a licensed nurse, in accordance with state/federal regulations and facility policy.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the five rights of medication administration.
• May take and record vital signs as assigned.
• Records administration of medications and treatments promptly and accurately.
• Observes for reactions/side effects and reports to a licensed nurse.
• Administers PRN medications per regulations and policy.
• Documents rationale and response to PRN medications.
• Securely handle medication carts and rooms per policy and regulations.
• Attends facility education in-services.
• May supervise nursing assistants as assigned.
• Keeps medication areas clean and organized; removes expired meds for destruction.
• Participates in QA meetings; acts as a team leader when required.
• Enforces Abuse Prevention policies and patient safety responsibilities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Nursing Assistant certification

Medication administration cert.

English proficiency

Job description

Cantex is seeking a Certified Medication Aide to administer oral and topical medications to residents under the supervision of licensed nursing staff. The role ensures compliance with state and federal rules while contributing to residents’ comfort and well‑being.

The position requires state Nursing Assistant certification and a state-approved medication administration certification (where applicable), plus the ability to read, write, and speak English.