Certified Medication Aide: Precise Med Admin & Care

REGENCY IHS CLINICAL CONSULTING LLC; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 30,307,000; Full time

Job summary

Regency IHS Clinical Consulting LLC in Houston, TX seeks a Certified Medication Aide to administer prescribed medications and document care for residents in the facility. You will observe for reactions, take vital signs, and report findings to the charge nurse.

Responsibilities include applying ophthalmic/OTIC/nasal medications, assisting with daily activities, and maintaining clean medication areas while following universal precautions and state rules.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
• Successful completion of State Approved Medication Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program.
• Good standing in the state registry is required.
• Preferred one (1) year of previous health care experience.
• Must demonstrate working knowledge of Universal Precautions and Blood Borne Pathogen rules.

Responsibilities

• Administers prescribed medications and treatments per protocol.
• Observe and report to the facility's charge nurse reactions and side-effects.
• Take and record vital signs prior to the administration of medication.
• Report to charge nurse and document reasons prescribed drugs are not administered.
• Document administered medication in the resident's medication administration record.
• Administer oxygen during emergencies and notify the licensed nurse as appropriate.
• Apply ophthalmic, OTIC, nasal, and vaginal medications as ordered.
• Assist in daily care tasks including bathing, feeding, dressing, and mobility.
• Help keep nursing station, medication room, and supply room clean.

Skills

Medication administration

Vital signs observation

Patient care

Safety protocols

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

State Approved Medication Aide Training & Competency Evaluation

Job description

Regency IHS Clinical Consulting LLC in Houston, TX seeks a Certified Medication Aide to administer prescribed medications and document care for residents in the facility. You will observe for reactions, take vital signs, and report findings to the charge nurse.

Responsibilities include applying ophthalmic/OTIC/nasal medications, assisting with daily activities, and maintaining clean medication areas while following universal precautions and state rules.