Certified Medication Aide - Patient Care Leader (Weekend Shifts)

Cantex Continuing Care Network; Allen (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

401k with match

Medical dental vision

Paid holidays

Short-term disability

Life insurance

Tuition CEU reimbursement

Rewards program

Job summary

Cantex Continuing Care Network seeks a Certified Medication Aide to administer medications and support resident care under a licensed nurse supervision. The role emphasizes safety, accurate documentation, and adherence to physician orders and regulations.

Responsibilities include vital signs, observation for reactions, PRN meds, narcotic accountability support, and contributing to education and quality assurance activities within a team-focused facility.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Administer medications as ordered under supervision of a licensed nurse.
• Follow five rights of medication administration.
• Take and record vital signs as required.
• Document medication administration and treatment information accurately.
• Observe for reactions or side effects and report findings.

Skills

Medication administration

Nursing assistance

Vital signs

Documentation

Team collaboration

Job description

Cantex Continuing Care Network seeks a Certified Medication Aide to administer medications and support resident care under a licensed nurse supervision. The role emphasizes safety, accurate documentation, and adherence to physician orders and regulations.

Responsibilities include vital signs, observation for reactions, PRN meds, narcotic accountability support, and contributing to education and quality assurance activities within a team-focused facility.