Certified Medication Aide Full-time Nights

Nexus Health Systems; Conroe (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Nexus Health Systems seeks a Certified Medication Aide for full-time night shifts. The role involves administering prescribed medications under the supervision of a Staff Nurse, monitoring resident conditions, and documenting medication administration as per established policies. Candidates should possess a high school diploma, complete a one-year certificate program, and have relevant experience in assisted living settings.

Qualifications

• Must have completed a one-year certificate program at an accredited school.
• Bilingual preferred.
• Experience in an Assisted Living facility preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administers medications as prescribed by the physician following established regulations.
• Observes and reports resident symptoms and conditions related to medication.
• Monitors and ensures safe storage and administration of medications.

Skills

Medication Administration

Patient Monitoring

Communication

Infection Control

Education

High School Degree or Equivalent

One-year Certificate Program

Job description

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Position Summary

Under the Staff Nurse's supervision, The Certified Medication Aide administers medications as prescribed by the resident's physician and documents the administration, the medication effectiveness, and any noted adverse actions or side effects of the medications following the established policies and procedures.

Position Summary

Under the Staff Nurse's supervision, The Certified Medication Aide administers medications as prescribed by the resident's physician and documents the administration, the medication effectiveness, and any noted adverse actions or side effects of the medications following the established policies and procedures.

Job Specific Responsibilities

• Understands and agrees with Nexus Neurorecovery Center's philosophy and goal to maintain, improve and/or enhance each resident's quality of care and quality of life.
• Administers and accurately records the administration of medications for residents as prescribed by the physician following established policies and procedures and state/federal regulations
• Observes, records, and reports to the Staff Nurse symptoms and conditions of residents that could be related to medication interactions, adverse drug reactions, or medication side effects
• Determines and records effectiveness of medications in a timely and accurate manner as required by state and federal regulations
• Provides and promotes resident's rights during the administration of medications
• Stores medications safely and accurately under established policies and procedures and state/federal regulations
• Monitors medications to ensure adequate accountability measures are taken when medications are ordered, received into the facility, administered, and at the change of shift as required by policies and procedures and applicable state/federal regulations
• Routinely inspects, cleans, and monitors equipment and supplies to ensure resident safety
• Reports any equipment or supply issues to the Staff Nurse for correction or repair
• Obtains, records, and reports vital signs as indicated during the administration of medications
• Demonstrates awareness of proper infection control practice by using Universal Precautions and following policy and procedure
• Communicates to residents, staff, and others accurately and factually and seeks or refers questions to Staff Nurse when indicated
• Performs other duties as assigned
  
  

Education

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum of high school degree or equivalent

Completion of the one-year certificate program at an accredited school

Bilingual preferred

Experience

One year experience in an Assisted Living facility preferred

Licensure/Certification

Current Certificate for Medication Aide from the National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN)

Certified in AHA BLS and ABC 101

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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