Certified Medication Aide — Precise Care & Growth

Gilmer Nursing; Gilmer (TX); On-site; USD 33,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

AD&D

Short-Term Disability

Cancer insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

401(k) eligibility

Job summary

Gilmer Nursing is seeking a Certified Medication Aide to support residents with precise medication administration and compassionate care. The role emphasizes accuracy, confidentiality, and teamwork in a facility setting.

Responsibilities include dispensing prescribed medications, monitoring for adverse reactions, and maintaining thorough documentation. Candidates must hold a Texas Medication Aide certification and demonstrate attention to detail and professionalism.

Qualifications

• Current Texas Medication Aide certification required.
• Experience with medication administration procedures preferred.
• Strong communication, patience, and professionalism.
• Accurate documentation and recordkeeping expected.

Responsibilities

• Administer prescribed PO, topical, and rectal medications per orders and policy.
• Monitor for adverse reactions and changes in resident status; report findings.
• Document all medication administrations accurately.
• Maintain secure medication cart and a safe environment.
• Protect resident privacy and confidentiality of information.
• Follow infection control procedures during medication administration.
• Promptly report any medication errors to the Charge Nurse.

Skills

Medication administration

Documentation

Infection control

Privacy protection

Clear communication

Attention to detail

Education

Texas Medication Aide certification

Job description

Gilmer Nursing is seeking a Certified Medication Aide to support residents with precise medication administration and compassionate care. The role emphasizes accuracy, confidentiality, and teamwork in a facility setting.

Responsibilities include dispensing prescribed medications, monitoring for adverse reactions, and maintaining thorough documentation. Candidates must hold a Texas Medication Aide certification and demonstrate attention to detail and professionalism.