Certified Medication Aide Technician

Lifespace Communities, Inc.; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 22,799 - 31,299; Full time

Job summary

Wesley Court in Abilene, Texas is seeking a medication aide to prepare and administer medications under supervision of a licensed nurse, following physician orders.

You will record all med administration and resident care, take vital signs, assist with daily living activities, and help with monthly chart preparation for new residents. State licensure required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Some related work experience preferred.
• Medication aide licensure per state requirements.

Responsibilities

• Set up medication for residents and provide medication under the direction and monitoring of a licensed nurse, and according to physician orders.
• Record and document all medication, treatment and care provided for residents.
• Take and record vital signs of residents.
• Prepare monthly summaries, may take off physician orders and prepare chart for new residents.
• Respond to resident calls and requests.
• Assist residents with activities of daily living.

Skills

Medication administration

Vital signs

Patient care

Documentation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Community: Wesley Court

Address: 2617 Antilley Road, Abilene, Texas 79606

Pay Range: $16.55-$22.72+ Hourly

Responsibilities

• Set up medication for residents and provide medication under the direction and monitoring of a licensed nurse, and according to physician orders. May order/reorder medications.
• Record and document all medication, treatment and care provided for residents.
• Take and record vital signs of residents.
• Prepare monthly summaries, may take off physician orders and prepare chart for new residents.
• Respond to resident calls and requests.
• Assist residents with activities of daily living.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Some directly related work experience preferred.
• Have and maintain medication aide licensure per state requirements.

Equal Opportunity Employer