Certified Medication Aide: Med Admin & Patient Care

Windsor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center of McAllen; McAllen (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Windsor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center of McAllen is seeking a Certified Medication Aide to administer prescribed medications and monitor residents. You will document doses in MAR, observe reactions, and report to the charge nurse.

The role includes assisting with daily care tasks and maintaining the medication area in a compliant, safe environment. Requirements include a State Approved Medication Aide Training program, good standing in the state registry, and a high school diploma or

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
• Successful completion of State Approved Medication Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program; good standing in state registry required.
• Preferred one year of health care experience.
• Knowledge of Universal Precautions and Blood Borne Pathogen rules.

Responsibilities

• Administers prescribed medications per protocol.
• Take and record vital signs prior to administration of medication.
• Observe and report reactions or side-effects to medications.
• Document administered medications in the resident's medication administration record (MAR).
• Administer oxygen per nasal cannula or non-sealing mask in emergencies and notify licensed nurse.
• Apply ophthalmic, OTIC, nasal, and vaginal medications as ordered.
• Assist with daily care tasks (bathing, feeding, dressing) and resident transfers.
• Maintain cleanliness of nursing station, medication room and supply room.

Skills

Medication administration

Vital signs

Documentation

Oxygen administration

Care assistance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

State Approved Medication Aide Training

Job description

Windsor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center of McAllen is seeking a Certified Medication Aide to administer prescribed medications and monitor residents. You will document doses in MAR, observe reactions, and report to the charge nurse.

The role includes assisting with daily care tasks and maintaining the medication area in a compliant, safe environment. Requirements include a State Approved Medication Aide Training program, good standing in the state registry, and a high school diploma or