Certified Medication Aide — Patient Care Leader

Cantex Continuing Care Network; Round Rock (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with match

Medical, Dental, Vision & Supplemental

Vacation, Sick, Personal Holiday &Paid

Tuition & CEU Reimbursement

Job summary

The Certified Medication Aide at Cantex Continuing Care Network provides medication administration under supervision of licensed nurses, supporting resident care and documentation to ensure safety and regulatory compliance. You will monitor vital signs, observe for reactions, and participate in education and quality assurance activities within a collaborative team.

You must hold an active Nursing Assistant certification and state-approved medication administration certification where required;

Qualifications

• Current state certification as a Nursing Assistant required.
• State-approved medication administration certification, where required.
• Ability to read, write, and speak the English language.
• Ability to lift, move, and transfer patients safely.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications as ordered by a physician under the supervision of a licensed nurse and in accordance with facility policies and applicable regulations.
• Demonstrate knowledge and application of the five rights of medication administration.
• Take and record vital signs as assigned or as required for medication administration activities.
• Record medication administration and treatment information accurately and timely.
• Observe for medication reactions or side effects and report findings to the licensed nurse or appropriate personnel.
• Administer PRN medications in accordance with facility policies and applicable regulations.
• Document the reason for and response to PRN medications in a timely manner.
• Assist with narcotic accountability procedures under the supervision of a licensed or charge nurse in accordance with facility policy.
• Maintain medication carts, medication rooms, and medication refrigerators in a clean, secure, and organized condition.
• Remove expired medications in accordance with facility policies and procedures.
• Participate in education programs, quality assurance activities, and assigned observation rounds.
• Supervise nursing assistants when assigned by the Charge Nurse.
• Serve as a team leader and role model while supporting abuse prevention requirements and resident safety initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Nursing skills

Vital signs observation

Documentation

Education

Nursing Assistant certification

Medication administration certification

Job description

The Certified Medication Aide at Cantex Continuing Care Network provides medication administration under supervision of licensed nurses, supporting resident care and documentation to ensure safety and regulatory compliance. You will monitor vital signs, observe for reactions, and participate in education and quality assurance activities within a collaborative team.

You must hold an active Nursing Assistant certification and state-approved medication administration certification where required;