Certified Medication Aide: Patient Care & Med Admin

Talentify; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 31,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Regency Integrated Health Services in Corpus Christi, TX is seeking a Certified Medication Aide to prepare, administer, and document prescribed medications per protocol. The role includes observing reactions, recording vital signs, and assisting with daily care tasks under nursing supervision.

Applicants must complete State Approved Medication Aide Training and an acceptable competency evaluation, with preferred healthcare experience and knowledge of universal precautions.

Qualifications

• State-approved Medication Aide training and competency evaluation required.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience and knowledge of universal precautions and Blood Borne Pathogen rules preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administers prescribed medications and treatments as defined by state regulations and policy.
• Observe and report reactions and side-effects to medication.
• Take and record vital signs prior to administration when needed.
• Document reasons meds are not administered and notify charge nurse.
• Prepare, set up, and administer regularly prescribed medications as trained.
• Document administered medications in the resident's MAR.
• Assist with daily care tasks and mobility as needed.
• Maintain cleanliness of nursing station and medication room.

Skills

Medication administration

Vital signs

Documentation

Patient care

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

State Approved Medication Aide Training

Competency Evaluation Program

Job description

Regency Integrated Health Services in Corpus Christi, TX is seeking a Certified Medication Aide to prepare, administer, and document prescribed medications per protocol. The role includes observing reactions, recording vital signs, and assisting with daily care tasks under nursing supervision.

Applicants must complete State Approved Medication Aide Training and an acceptable competency evaluation, with preferred healthcare experience and knowledge of universal precautions.