Certified Medication Aide for Long-Term Care

Spanish Trails Wellness & Rehabilitation; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Spanish Trails Wellness & Rehabilitation in Albuquerque, NM seeks a qualified medication aide to administer prescribed medications and treatments under supervision.

You will verify resident identity, record drug details on the chart, present medications, observe ingestion, and ensure accurate documentation.

Prior long-term care experience and state certification are preferred to deliver safe, compassionate resident care and maintain compliance with regulations.

Qualifications

• Must hold state-required certification for med administration.
• Experience in long-term care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administers prescribed medications and treatments according to state regulations.
• Verifies resident identity and records drug details on forms and the resident's chart.
• Presents medications and observes ingestion or administration, using approved procedures.
• Performs miscellaneous duties as required.

Skills

Medication administration

Resident care

Education

Certified as required by state law

Job description

Spanish Trails Wellness & Rehabilitation in Albuquerque, NM seeks a qualified medication aide to administer prescribed medications and treatments under supervision.

You will verify resident identity, record drug details on the chart, present medications, observe ingestion, and ensure accurate documentation.

Prior long-term care experience and state certification are preferred to deliver safe, compassionate resident care and maintain compliance with regulations.