Resident-Focused Medication Aide (CNA-Certified)

Pinevillageks; Kansas; On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Pine Village is seeking a Certified Medication Aide to assist licensed nursing staff by administering daily medications and supporting standard nursing care. The role requires adherence to state requirements and facility policies, with responsibilities spanning observation, documentation, and safe medication handling.

Candidates should have a CNA license, medication aide certification, CPR, and at least 1 year healthcare experience (or 2 years as a medication aide).

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be a certified nursing assistant.
• Must have medication aide certification.
• Minimum of 1 year health care industry experience or 2 years’ experience as a medication aide.
• Good understanding of medical and pharmacological terminology.
• Current CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Delivers routine daily oral, inhalation, and topical medications to residents under direct supervision of a licensed nurse.
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• Observes for adverse drug reactions and reports any problems to the nurse.
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• Records medication administration according to company policies and procedures.
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• Follows written or verbal instructions on how to manage medications.
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• Observes residents for changes and documents changes in their condition accordingly.
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• Performs tasks associated with medication administration, including vital signs, medication dose calculations, stocking of the medication carts, and removal of discontinued medications.
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• Practices safe handling and storage of medications.
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• Responds to resident requests and other direct care duties as assigned.

Skills

English literacy

Teamwork

Independent decisions

Strong communication

Patient care

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Medication aide certification

CPR certification

Job description

Pine Village is seeking a Certified Medication Aide to assist licensed nursing staff by administering daily medications and supporting standard nursing care. The role requires adherence to state requirements and facility policies, with responsibilities spanning observation, documentation, and safe medication handling.

Candidates should have a CNA license, medication aide certification, CPR, and at least 1 year healthcare experience (or 2 years as a medication aide).