Certified Medication Tech: Growth, Benefits & Impact

Diversicare; Hoover (AL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Diversicare is hiring a Certified Med Aide/Tech to join our care team in Hoover, AL. The role focuses on safe medication administration, vital signs, and accurate charting to support resident health and comfort.

You will work under licensed nurses, documenting all activities and ensuring compliance with state standards while providing compassionate, patient-centered care. Join a mission-driven team dedicated to improving lives.

Qualifications

• Must have state-approved school of medication administration.
• Must carry a current acknowledgment card or state-issued certification.
• Must abide by restrictions set by the state agency.
• Must be a certified nursing assistant.

Responsibilities

• Administers PRN medications after authorization by the facility nurse or physician.
• Organizes medication duties to pour, pass and document routine meds and PRN meds per instructions.
• Documents PRNs according to State Standards in all chart areas.
• Observes and reports reactions and side effects to the licensed nurse on duty.
• Takes and records vital signs before medications that could affect vitals.
• Administers and documents meds after preparation and records in the resident's chart.
• Administers oxygen in emergencies and notifies the licensed nurse with documentation.
• Counts narcotics as directed by the charge nurse and documents accordingly.

Skills

Medication administration

Vital signs

Documentation

Nursing assistance

Education

CNA certification

Job description

Diversicare is hiring a Certified Med Aide/Tech to join our care team in Hoover, AL. The role focuses on safe medication administration, vital signs, and accurate charting to support resident health and comfort.

You will work under licensed nurses, documenting all activities and ensuring compliance with state standards while providing compassionate, patient-centered care. Join a mission-driven team dedicated to improving lives.