Certified Medication Aide & Resident Care Leader

Cantex Continuing Care Network; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with match

Medical, Dental, Vision & Supplemental

Vacation, Sick, Personal Holiday &Paid

Short-Term Disability

Life Insurance

Tuition & CEU Reimbursement

Rewards & Recognition Program

Job summary

Cantex Continuing Care Network is seeking a Certified Medication Aide to administer oral and topical medications under licensed supervision, following physician orders and facility policies. You will support medication safety, resident care quality, and regulatory compliance.

You will collaborate with nursing staff, maintain accurate medication documentation, and participate in education programs to promote patient health and wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Current state certification as a Nursing Assistant.
• State-approved medication administration certification, where required.
• Ability to read, write, and speak the English language.
• Ability to lift, move, and transfer patients safely.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications as ordered by a physician under supervision of a licensed nurse and per policies and regulations.
• Demonstrate knowledge of the five rights of medication administration.
• Take and record vital signs as required for medication administration.
• Record medication administration and treatment information accurately and timely.
• Observe for reactions or side effects and report findings to the licensed nurse.
• Administer PRN medications per policy and regulations.
• Document the reason for and response to PRN medications.
• Assist with narcotic accountability procedures under supervision.
• Maintain medication carts, rooms, and refrigerators in a clean, secure state.
• Remove expired medications per policies.
• Participate in education programs, QA activities, and rounds.
• Supervise nursing assistants as assigned by Charge Nurse.
• Serve as a team leader and role model for abuse prevention and resident safety.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

English language proficiency

Team collaboration

Education

Nursing Assistant Certification

Job description

Cantex Continuing Care Network is seeking a Certified Medication Aide to administer oral and topical medications under licensed supervision, following physician orders and facility policies. You will support medication safety, resident care quality, and regulatory compliance.

You will collaborate with nursing staff, maintain accurate medication documentation, and participate in education programs to promote patient health and wellbeing.