League City, TX · On-site
$15/hr
... the administration, the medication effectiveness, and any noted adverse reactions or side effects ... special programs offered in Heartfelt Connections Program (where applicable). 8. Maintain calm ...
League City, TX · On-site
$15/hr
... the administration, the medication effectiveness, and any noted adverse reactions or side effects ... special programs offered in Heartfelt Connections Program (where applicable). 8. Maintain calm ...
Texas City, TX · On-site
$13.75 - $17/hr
Take and record vital signs prior to the administration of medication which could affect or change ... Successful completion of State Approved Medication Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program.
Texas City, TX · On-site
$13.75 - $17/hr
Take and record vital signs prior to the administration of medication which could affect or change ... Successful completion of State Approved Medication Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program.
League City, TX · On-site
$15/hr
... the administration, the medication effectiveness, and any noted adverse reactions or side effects ... special programs offered in Heartfelt Connections Program (where applicable). 8. Maintain calm ...
League City, TX · On-site
$15/hr
... the administration, the medication effectiveness, and any noted adverse reactions or side effects ... special programs offered in Heartfelt Connections Program (where applicable). 8. Maintain calm ...
$15.25 - $19/hr
Take and record vital signs prior to the administration of medication which could affect or change ... Successful completion of State Approved Medication Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program.
$15.25 - $19/hr
Take and record vital signs prior to the administration of medication which could affect or change ... Successful completion of State Approved Medication Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program.
League City, TX · On-site
$15/hr
... the administration, the medication effectiveness, and any noted adverse reactions or side effects ... special programs offered in Heartfelt Connections Program (where applicable). 8. Maintain calm ...
League City, TX · On-site
$15/hr
... the administration, the medication effectiveness, and any noted adverse reactions or side effects ... special programs offered in Heartfelt Connections Program (where applicable). 8. Maintain calm ...
$13.75 - $17.25/hr
Take and record vital signs prior to the administration of medication which could affect or change ... Successful completion of State Approved Medication Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program.
$13.75 - $17.25/hr
Take and record vital signs prior to the administration of medication which could affect or change ... Successful completion of State Approved Medication Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program.
Houston, TX · On-site
$15.25 - $19/hr
Take and record vital signs prior to the administration of medication which could affect or change ... Successful completion of State Approved Medication Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program.
Houston, TX · On-site
$15.25 - $19/hr
Take and record vital signs prior to the administration of medication which could affect or change ... Successful completion of State Approved Medication Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program.
League City, TX · On-site
$15/hr
... the administration, the medication effectiveness, and any noted adverse reactions or side effects ... special programs offered in Heartfelt Connections Program (where applicable). 8. Maintain calm ...
League City, TX · On-site
$15/hr
... the administration, the medication effectiveness, and any noted adverse reactions or side effects ... special programs offered in Heartfelt Connections Program (where applicable). 8. Maintain calm ...
Shenandoah, TX · On-site
$15.50 - $19.50/hr
Take and record vital signs prior to the administration of medication which could affect or change ... Successful completion of State Approved Medication Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program.
New
Shenandoah, TX · On-site
$15.50 - $19.50/hr
Take and record vital signs prior to the administration of medication which could affect or change ... Successful completion of State Approved Medication Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program.
New
... the administration, the medication effectiveness, and any noted adverse reactions or side effects ... special programs offered in Heartfelt Connections Program (where applicable). 8. Maintain calm ...
... the administration, the medication effectiveness, and any noted adverse reactions or side effects ... special programs offered in Heartfelt Connections Program (where applicable). 8. Maintain calm ...
Houston, TX · On-site
$15.25 - $19/hr
Take and record vital signs prior to the administration of medication which could affect or change ... Successful completion of State Approved Medication Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program.
Houston, TX · On-site
$15.25 - $19/hr
Take and record vital signs prior to the administration of medication which could affect or change ... Successful completion of State Approved Medication Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program.
$17.05 - $19/hr
Providing assistance with resident activities and programs * Working with the clinical team to ensure the needs of our residents are being addressed in a timely matter * Administration of medication ...
$17.05 - $19/hr
Providing assistance with resident activities and programs * Working with the clinical team to ensure the needs of our residents are being addressed in a timely matter * Administration of medication ...
Houston, TX · On-site
$15.25 - $19/hr
Take and record vital signs prior to the administration of medication which could affect or change ... Successful completion of State Approved Medication Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program.
Houston, TX · On-site
$15.25 - $19/hr
Take and record vital signs prior to the administration of medication which could affect or change ... Successful completion of State Approved Medication Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program.
Houston, TX · On-site
$13.75 - $17.25/hr
Take and record vital signs prior to the administration of medication which could affect or change ... Successful completion of State Approved Medication Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program.
Houston, TX · On-site
$13.75 - $17.25/hr
Take and record vital signs prior to the administration of medication which could affect or change ... Successful completion of State Approved Medication Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program.
Houston, TX · On-site
$15.25 - $19/hr
Take and record vital signs prior to the administration of medication which could affect or change ... Successful completion of State Approved Medication Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program.
Houston, TX · On-site
$15.25 - $19/hr
Take and record vital signs prior to the administration of medication which could affect or change ... Successful completion of State Approved Medication Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program.
Houston, TX · On-site
$17.05 - $19/hr
Providing assistance with resident activities and programs * Working with the clinical team to ensure the needs of our residents are being addressed in a timely matter * Administration of medication ...
Houston, TX · On-site
$17.05 - $19/hr
Providing assistance with resident activities and programs * Working with the clinical team to ensure the needs of our residents are being addressed in a timely matter * Administration of medication ...
Houston, TX · On-site
$15.25 - $19/hr
Take and record vital signs prior to the administration of medication which could affect or change ... Successful completion of State Approved Medication Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program.
Houston, TX · On-site
$15.25 - $19/hr
Take and record vital signs prior to the administration of medication which could affect or change ... Successful completion of State Approved Medication Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program.
Houston, TX · On-site
$17.05 - $19/hr
Providing assistance with resident activities and programs * Working with the clinical team to ensure the needs of our residents are being addressed in a timely matter * Administration of medication ...
Houston, TX · On-site
$17.05 - $19/hr
Providing assistance with resident activities and programs * Working with the clinical team to ensure the needs of our residents are being addressed in a timely matter * Administration of medication ...
Houston, TX · On-site
$15.25 - $19/hr
Take and record vital signs prior to the administration of medication which could affect or change ... Successful completion of State Approved Medication Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program.
Houston, TX · On-site
$15.25 - $19/hr
Take and record vital signs prior to the administration of medication which could affect or change ... Successful completion of State Approved Medication Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program.
Houston, TX · On-site
$15.25 - $19/hr
Take and record vital signs prior to the administration of medication which could affect or change ... Successful completion of State Approved Medication Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program.
Houston, TX · On-site
$15.25 - $19/hr
Take and record vital signs prior to the administration of medication which could affect or change ... Successful completion of State Approved Medication Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program.
$36.8K - $42.9K
2% of jobs
$42.9K - $49.1K
4% of jobs
$49.1K - $55.3K
9% of jobs
$58.4K is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$55.3K - $61.4K
18% of jobs
The median wage is $65.6K / yr.
$61.4K - $67.6K
24% of jobs
$72.9K is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$67.6K - $73.7K
20% of jobs
$73.7K - $79.9K
15% of jobs
$79.9K - $86.1K
5% of jobs
$86.1K - $92.2K
1% of jobs
$92.2K - $98.4K
1% of jobs
$98.4K - $104.6K
0% of jobs
$36.8K
$68.8K
$104.6K
| Aspect | Medication Administration Program | Certified Nursing Assistant |
|---|---|---|
| Required Credentials | Training in medication administration, certification often required | State-specific CNA certification, basic healthcare training |
| Work Environment | Hospitals, nursing homes, assisted living facilities | Long-term care facilities, hospitals, home health |
| Employer & Industry Usage | Healthcare providers focusing on medication management | Patient care, assisting with daily activities |
The Medication Administration Program focuses on training individuals to safely administer medications, often requiring certification. Certified Nursing Assistants provide basic patient care and assist with daily activities. While both roles work in healthcare settings, the Medication Administration Program emphasizes medication safety, whereas CNAs focus on overall patient support.
Cities near Houston, TX with the most Medication Administration Program job openings:
POSITION SUMMARY:
Perform various resident care activities and related nonprofessional services essential to caring for personal needs and comfort of residents. The Medication Assistant administers medications as prescribed by the physician, documents the administration, the medication effectiveness, and any noted adverse reactions or side effects under the supervision of a licensed nurse.
Hours: 6am-2pm/2-10pm split Starting Pay $15 hour
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
1. Assist residents as assigned with a high quality of medication administration assistance per individual Care Plan/ISP as directed by physician orders.
2. Assist with personal care, including but not limited to; bathing, dressing, grooming, shaving, incontinent care, foot care, vital signs, height and weight checks per policy (where applicable).
3. Make beds as needed in A.M., turn down as needed in P.M., strip beds once each week or PRN (where applicable).
4. Do all personal laundry on resident's first scheduled shower day (where applicable).
5. Do all linens per shift (where applicable).
6. Assist residents with meal time, cut food, encourage to eat, feed when needed (where applicable).
7. Utilize on an on-going basis each day all aspects of special programs offered in Heartfelt Connections Program (where applicable).
8. Maintain calm atmosphere at all times.
9. Keep kitchen, work station, laundry room, and bathroom and common areas neat and clean
10. Follow through with all assignments on a timely basis in accordance to chain of command.
11. Report to Director of Health Services and/or LPN-LVN-Care Partner all unusual behavior of resident (changing of status) or refusal of medications.
12. Provide activities as planned and/or directed (where applicable).
13. Document resident status as per policy.
14. Respond to all call lights and emergencies in a timely manner.
15. Provide emergency care within scope of practice.
16. Supports creating a culture where the business decisions made in this position, along with individual employee engagement, drive top-line revenue and occupancy.
Sourced by ZipRecruiter
s an industry pioneer with more than a half-century of experience, making a difference in the lives of seniors has been our sole focus since day one. At LCS, we’ve designed a dedicated family of companies to help fulfill your community’s mission. This structure allows us to develop and share expertise across our company to deliver innovative solutions to seniors and their communities. We are guided by five principles to ensure that every company decision is made with integrity and for the good of the seniors we serve.
Health care and social assistance
201 - 500 Employees
Des Moines, IA, US
1971
