Certified Medication Aide: Safe Med Admin & Lead

Cantex; Round Rock (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Certified Medication Aide position at Cantex is responsible for administering oral and topical medications to residents under the supervision of a licensed nurse and in compliance with state and federal rules.

The role requires completing a state Nursing Assistant certification and medication administration certification where required, and fluency in English; candidates must perform duties to maintain residents’ health, comfort and well‑being.

Qualifications

• State Nursing Assistant certification is required.
• State approved medication administration certification where required.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.

Responsibilities

• Administers medications as ordered by a physician under supervision of a licensed nurse, per regulations and facility policy.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the five rights of medication administration.
• Records administration of medications and treatments in a timely manner.
• Monitors for reactions/side effects and reports to a licensed nurse.
• Ensures secure storage and accounting for narcotics per policy.
• Attends facility education in-services.
• May supervise nursing assistants as assigned by the charge nurse.
• Maintains organized medication rooms and removes expired meds as required.

Skills

English language

Education

State Nursing Assistant Certification

Medication Administration Certification (where required)

Job description

The Certified Medication Aide position at Cantex is responsible for administering oral and topical medications to residents under the supervision of a licensed nurse and in compliance with state and federal rules.

The role requires completing a state Nursing Assistant certification and medication administration certification where required, and fluency in English; candidates must perform duties to maintain residents’ health, comfort and well‑being.