Certified Medication Aide: Patient Care Leader

Cantex; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with match

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Vacation

Sick leave

Personal holidays

Paid holidays

Job summary

Cantex is seeking a Certified Medication Aide in Houston, TX to administer medications under nurse supervision and ensure patient safety. This role emphasizes accurate documentation, observation, and adherence to policy.

The position requires Nursing Assistant certification and a state-approved medication administration certification, with responsibilities including vital signs and medication safety within regulatory guidelines.

Qualifications

• Certified Medication Aide responsibilities in nurse-supervised setting.
• Adhere to five rights of medication administration.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications under physician orders and nurse supervision.
• Follow the five rights of medication administration.
• Take and record vital signs as required for medications.
• Record medication administration and treatment promptly.
• Monitor for adverse reactions and report findings to the nurse.
• Administer PRN medications per facility policies.
• Document PRN reasons and responses promptly.
• Assist with narcotics accountability under supervision.
• Keep medication carts/rooms/refrigerators clean and organized.
• Remove expired medications per policy.
• Participate in education, QA activities, and rounds.
• Supervise CNAs when assigned by Charge Nurse.
• Act as a team leader and support abuse prevention and resident safety.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Medication administration

Vital signs

Team leadership

Observation skills

Education

Nursing Assistant Certification

State-approved medication administration certification

Job description

Cantex is seeking a Certified Medication Aide in Houston, TX to administer medications under nurse supervision and ensure patient safety. This role emphasizes accurate documentation, observation, and adherence to policy.

The position requires Nursing Assistant certification and a state-approved medication administration certification, with responsibilities including vital signs and medication safety within regulatory guidelines.