Medication Aide: Precise Admin & Records (Thu-Sun Shifts)

Northrise Wellness & Rehabilitation; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrise Wellness & Rehabilitation is seeking a Medication Technician to administer prescribed medications and follow state regulations under supervision. You will verify resident identity, document dosages and times, and ensure proper administration and observation of ingestion.

The role requires adherence to charting procedures, attention to safety, and flexibility with a Thu-Sun schedule for 8- or 10-hour shifts in a long-term care setting. Prior LTC experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Administer medications and treatments per state regulations.
• Record drug name, dosage, and time on resident charts.
• Maintain accurate documentation and observe resident after administration.

Responsibilities

• Administers prescribed medications and treatments as defined by state regulations in accordance with approved techniques and notes time and amount on resident's chart.
• Verifies identity of resident receiving medication and records name of drug, dosage, and time of administration on specified forms and records.
• Presents medication to residents and observes ingestion or other application, or administers medication, using specified procedures.
• Performs any miscellaneous work assignments as may be required.

Skills

Medication administration

Documentation

Education

State-certified medication aide/certification

Job description

Northrise Wellness & Rehabilitation is seeking a Medication Technician to administer prescribed medications and follow state regulations under supervision. You will verify resident identity, document dosages and times, and ensure proper administration and observation of ingestion.

The role requires adherence to charting procedures, attention to safety, and flexibility with a Thu-Sun schedule for 8- or 10-hour shifts in a long-term care setting. Prior LTC experience is preferred.