Evening Certified Medication Aide | Patient Care & Admin

Regency Integrated Health Services; Bastrop (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Regency Integrated Health Services is seeking a Certified Medication Aide to join the Bastrop Lost Pines Nursing and Rehabilitation Center team. The role involves preparing, administering, and documenting prescribed medications per protocol within a 2pm-10pm shift.

Responsibilities include observing reactions, recording vitals, and assisting with daily resident care, while maintaining compliant medication records and coordinating with the charge nurse.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Successful completion of State Approved Medication Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program.
• Good standing in the state registry required.
• Preferred one year of health care experience.
• Knowledge of Universal Precautions and Blood Borne Pathogen rules.

Responsibilities

• Administers prescribed medications and treatments as defined by state regulations and as per policy.
• Observe and report adverse reactions to medications to the charge nurse.
• Take and record vital signs prior to medication administration when needed.
• Document administered medications in the resident's MAR.
• Maintain medication room, supply area cleanliness, and assist with related tasks.
• Communicate with the licensed nurse in charge and document actions taken.

Skills

Medication administration

Observation skills

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Regency Integrated Health Services is seeking a Certified Medication Aide to join the Bastrop Lost Pines Nursing and Rehabilitation Center team. The role involves preparing, administering, and documenting prescribed medications per protocol within a 2pm-10pm shift.

Responsibilities include observing reactions, recording vitals, and assisting with daily resident care, while maintaining compliant medication records and coordinating with the charge nurse.