Certified Medication Aide — Onsite Care with PTO & Benefits

Buckner International; Beaumont (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Dental benefits for you &/

Life insurance

Short Term and Long Term Disability

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Retirement Savings Plan

The 5Star Fun Benefit

Job summary

Buckner Retirement Services Community: Calder Woods in Beaumont, TX is seeking a Certified Medication Aide to administer and record medications under nurse supervision. You will assist in implementing care plans, document PRNs, and monitor residents' reactions to medications while maintaining a clean medication area.

The role requires a current Medication Aide Certification and CPR/First Aid. Strong attention to detail, empathy, and teamwork are essential for success in this on-site position.

Qualifications

• Current Medication Aide Certification is required.
• CPR/First Aid certification is required.
• Knowledge of basic health care practices and infection control.
• Ability to perform physical duties and lift/move residents as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist with implementing the prescribed health care plan.
• Administer medications on schedule and document them accurately.
• Document PRN medications and monitor for adverse effects.
• Take and record residents' vital signs prior to certain administrations.
• Maintain clean, orderly med room, cart, and refrigerator.
• Log refrigerator temperature daily and report incidents as directed.
• Restock medications and support dining, nursing, and unit tasks as needed.
• Follow Buckner 5STARS customer service standards.

Skills

CPR/First Aid

Medication administration

Infection control

Attention to detail

Patient care

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medication Aide Certification

CPR/First Aid certification

Job description

Buckner Retirement Services Community: Calder Woods in Beaumont, TX is seeking a Certified Medication Aide to administer and record medications under nurse supervision. You will assist in implementing care plans, document PRNs, and monitor residents' reactions to medications while maintaining a clean medication area.

The role requires a current Medication Aide Certification and CPR/First Aid. Strong attention to detail, empathy, and teamwork are essential for success in this on-site position.