Certified Medication Aide: Precise Care & Growth

Northpointenursing; Watauga (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision

AD&D

STD/Cancer

Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

401(k) Plan

Corporate Resources

Job summary

Northpointenursing is seeking a reliable Certified Medication Aide to support resident care with precision and compassion. You will administer prescribed medications, monitor resident status, and document administration in line with policy.

Join a team that emphasizes safety, confidentiality, infection control, and timely reporting of medication issues. Texas certification required; experience in long-term care settings preferred.

Qualifications

• Holds a current Texas Medication Aide certification.
• Experience with medication administration procedures.
• Clear communication and professional demeanor.
• Attention to detail and accurate documentation.

Responsibilities

• Administer Medications: Dispense prescribed PO, topical, and rectal meds per orders and policy.
• Monitor and Report: Observe adverse reactions or changes in resident status.
• Document Accurately: Record all medication administration per policies.
• Ensure Safety: Maintain control of the medication cart and a safe environment.
• Protect Privacy: Safeguard resident information confidentiality.
• Adhere to Infection Control: Follow infection control procedures during administration.
• Report Errors: Immediately report medication errors to the Charge Nurse.

Skills

Medication administration

Patient safety

Documentation accuracy

Infection control

Adverse reaction reporting

Attention to detail

Team communication

Education

Texas Medication Aide certification

Job description

Northpointenursing is seeking a reliable Certified Medication Aide to support resident care with precision and compassion. You will administer prescribed medications, monitor resident status, and document administration in line with policy.

Join a team that emphasizes safety, confidentiality, infection control, and timely reporting of medication issues. Texas certification required; experience in long-term care settings preferred.