Certified Medication Aide: Elevate Care, 401k + Tuition

Cantex Continuing Care Network; Creekside Park (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Wages

401k with match

Medical, Dental, Vision & Supplemental

Vacation, Sick, Personal Holiday &Paid

Short-Term Disability

Life Insurance

Tuition & CEU Reimbursement

Rewards & Recognition Program

Job summary

The Certified Medication Aide at Cantex Continuing Care Network administers prescribed medications to residents under supervision, while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance. This role collaborates with nursing staff to document medication administration and observe resident wellbeing.

Responsibilities include measuring vital signs, maintaining medication carts, and adhering to the five rights of medication administration.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write, and speak English.
• Ability to lift, move, and transfer patients safely.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications as ordered by a physician under the supervision of a licensed nurse and in accordance with facility policies and applicable regulations.
• Demonstrate knowledge and application of the five rights of medication administration.
• Take and record vital signs as assigned or as required for medication administration activities.
• Record medication administration and treatment information accurately and timely.
• Observe for medication reactions or side effects and report findings to the licensed nurse or appropriate personnel.
• Administer PRN medications in accordance with facility policies and applicable regulations.
• Document the reason for and response to PRN medications in a timely manner.
• Assist with narcotic accountability procedures under the supervision of a licensed or charge nurse in accordance with facility policy.
• Maintain medication carts, medication rooms, and medication refrigerators in a clean, secure, and organized condition.
• Remove expired medications in accordance with facility policies and procedures.
• Participate in education programs, quality assurance activities, and assigned observation rounds.
• Supervise nursing assistants when assigned by the Charge Nurse.
• Serve as a team leader and role model while supporting abuse prevention requirements and resident safety initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

English literacy

Team collaboration

Vital signs observation

Documentation competence

Education

Nursing Assistant certification (state)

Medication administration certification

Job description

The Certified Medication Aide at Cantex Continuing Care Network administers prescribed medications to residents under supervision, while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance. This role collaborates with nursing staff to document medication administration and observe resident wellbeing.

Responsibilities include measuring vital signs, maintaining medication carts, and adhering to the five rights of medication administration.