Detention Medication Aide: Patient Care & Med Distribution

Cameron County

Olmito (TX)

On-site

USD 32,000 - 39,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health and Life Insurance Protection

Sick leave

Annual leave

Retirement System

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Cameron County seeks a Medication Aide to support detainees with timely distribution and monitoring of medications. You will work with the charge nurse to ensure accurate orders and patient care in a secure environment.

The role requires a Texas medication aide certification, a valid Texas Driver's License, and a High School Diploma or GED, with at least one year of related clinical experience. Benefits include health and life insurance, paid leave, and retirement options.

Qualifications

Requires High School Diploma or GED; plus one year of medication administration and/or patient care in a clinical setting or equivalent
Texas medication aide certification required
Valid Texas Driver's License required

Responsibilities

Distributes medications to inmates on a scheduled basis and observes intake.
Delivers medications to designated detention sites and records responses.
Maintains accurate inventory of medications and related supplies; notifies when stock is low or expiring.
Documents patient observations, refusals, and any adverse reactions; coordinates with charge nurse as needed.