Certified Medication Aide: Precise Patient Care

Rockport Nursing and Rehabilitation Center; Rockport (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Rockport Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Rockport, TX, is seeking a Certified Medication Aide to administer prescribed medications, observe reactions, and document in the MAR. The role requires maintaining safety, taking vital signs as needed, and reporting to the charge nurse.

Training in state-approved Medication Aide program and good standing on the state registry are required. Responsibilities include assisting with daily resident care, keeping medication areas clean, and following

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Successful completion of State Approved Medication Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program.
• Good standing in the state registry required.
• Preferred one year of prior health care experience.

Responsibilities

• Administers prescribed medications and treatments as defined by state regulations and policy.
• Observe and report reactions and side effects to medications.
• Take and record vital signs prior to medication administration when impacting vital signs.
• Document administered medications in the resident's medication administration record (MAR).
• Administer emergency oxygen and notify licensed staff as required.
• Apply ophthalmic, otic, nasal, and vaginal medications as ordered.
• Assist with daily care tasks and maintain cleanliness of nursing station and medication room.

Skills

Medication administration

Vital signs

Documentation

Patient care basics

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

State Approved Medication Aide Training

Job description

Rockport Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Rockport, TX, is seeking a Certified Medication Aide to administer prescribed medications, observe reactions, and document in the MAR. The role requires maintaining safety, taking vital signs as needed, and reporting to the charge nurse.

Training in state-approved Medication Aide program and good standing on the state registry are required. Responsibilities include assisting with daily resident care, keeping medication areas clean, and following