Medication Aide — Essential Caregiver in Long-Term Care

OPCO Skilled Management; White Settlement (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

OPCO Skilled Management is seeking a qualified Medication Aide to administer prescribed medications and treatments for residents in a long-term care setting. The role includes documenting administration times, dosages, and resident identity under the supervision of a Nurse Supervisor.

Experience in long-term care and certification as required by state law are preferred. This full-time position emphasizes accuracy, safety, and compassionate care within a regulated environment.

Qualifications

• Administers medications and treatments per state regulations under supervision.
• Records drug, dosage, and time on resident’s chart as required.

Responsibilities

• Administer prescribed medications and treatments per state regulations.
• Verify resident identity before medication administration and record details.
• Present medication and observe ingestion or application using prescribed procedures.
• Complete any miscellaneous tasks as required by role.

Education

Certified as required by state law

Job description

OPCO Skilled Management is seeking a qualified Medication Aide to administer prescribed medications and treatments for residents in a long-term care setting. The role includes documenting administration times, dosages, and resident identity under the supervision of a Nurse Supervisor.

Experience in long-term care and certification as required by state law are preferred. This full-time position emphasizes accuracy, safety, and compassionate care within a regulated environment.