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Interim HealthCare

HHA & CNA Home Health Cases

Athens, AL · On-site

$16 - $20/hr

Home Health Aide (HHA) 12 hr shift day and night in Madison, AL Caring for others comes natural to ... Provide medication reminders, document their condition and notify a supervisor of any concerns

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How much do medication aide jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for medication aide in Decatur, AL is $16.32, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.62 and $17.64 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are Medication Aides?

Medication Aides are healthcare professionals trained to assist licensed nurses in administering medications to patients, typically in long-term care facilities, assisted living centers, and sometimes in home healthcare settings. Their responsibilities include preparing, distributing, and documenting medications as prescribed by a physician, under the supervision of a nurse. They also observe patients for any adverse reactions and report concerns to nursing staff. Medication Aides must complete specialized training and meet state certification requirements to ensure safe and effective medication administration.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Medication Aide, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Medication Aide, you need a solid understanding of medication administration, basic patient care, and typically a state-approved certification or completion of a medication aide training program. Familiarity with electronic medication administration records (eMAR) and automated dispensing systems is commonly required. Attention to detail, strong communication, and reliability are essential soft skills for ensuring safe medication delivery and effective teamwork. These skills and qualities are critical for maintaining patient safety, compliance with regulations, and smooth healthcare operations.

What are some common challenges Medication Aides face when administering medications in a healthcare setting?

Medication Aides often encounter challenges such as managing multiple medication schedules for different patients, ensuring accurate documentation, and handling interruptions during medication rounds. They must also stay vigilant for potential medication errors and adverse reactions, which requires strong attention to detail and adherence to protocols. Collaboration with nurses and other healthcare staff is key to ensuring safe medication administration and addressing any questions or concerns that arise.

What is the difference between Medication Aide vs Certified Nursing Assistant?

AspectMedication AideCertified Nursing Assistant
CertificationsMedication Aide certification, often state-specificNursing Assistant certification (CNA)
Work EnvironmentAssists with medication administration in nursing homes, assisted living, and long-term care facilitiesProvides basic patient care, including bathing, feeding, and mobility assistance
Job ResponsibilitiesAdministers medications under supervision, monitors patient responsesPerforms daily patient care tasks, reports changes to nurses
Employer & Industry UsageLong-term care facilities, nursing homes, assisted livingHospitals, nursing homes, long-term care facilities

While both roles work in healthcare settings and require certification, Medication Aides focus on medication administration, whereas Certified Nursing Assistants provide broader patient care. Understanding these differences helps in choosing the right career path or job search focus.

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Certified Medication Technician - Windsor House

Windsor House Nursing & Rehab

Huntsville, AL • On-site

$17.25 - $22.25/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 3 days ago

Job description

Overview

Windsor House would like to invite you to join us for a Walk-Up Interview Event and Job Fair from 10am - 6 pm on Wednesday, June 17, 2026.

We will be conducting interviews and hiring same day for qualified applicants.

 

We will be hiring for these positions:

RN

LPN

CNA

Please bring the following items with you:

1. Resume (If you are unable to bring a resume you can complete an application onsite to summarize your work history and qualifications.)  

2. Driver's License or State ID

3. Social Security Card (If you do not currently have a social security card, we will help you order a new one online.)

4. Direct Deposit Information (Pay cards are available for those that do not want to sign up for direct deposit.)

 

Enjoy our Refreshments and a Free Give away!!!

 

Can't join us? No Problem!  Visit our career site and apply online today! 

 

www.dvcr.com/careers

 

Contact information:

Angela Couch

Human Resources Coordinator

Angela.couch@dvcr.com

Address

4411 McAllister Drive

Huntsville, AL 35805

256.837.8585(PHONE)

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At Diversicare, we understand the contributions of every team member are the parts that make up the whole. We appreciate them for the work they do each day to showcase their talents and gifts.

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Access your wages between paychecks with our OnShift Wallet program! 

Full Time Benefits include: 

  • Medical/Dental/Vision
  • Excellent 401k plan
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Vacation, Holiday, and Sick Time
  • Long and Short Term Disability
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Life Insurance
  • Referral Bonuses
  • DiversICARE - employee hardship fund
  • Pay advancement program - OnShift Wallet

 

Diversicare provides post-acute care services to patients and residents at 43 skilled nursing and long-term care centers in five states, primarily in the Southeast, Midwest and Southwest United States. Together, with our team of dedicated healthcare professionals, we leverage our diverse strengths to provide each patient and resident with healthcare serves that best meet their needs.

It is Diversicare's Mission to "Improve every life we touch by providing exceptional healthcare and exceeding expectations."

 

We are guided to excellence by five Core Values: Integrity, Excellence, Compassion, Teamwork and Stewardship, as well as 12 Service Standards.

We build on trust, respect, customer focus, compassion, diplomacy, appreciation and strong communication skills to shape the culture in our workplace. Diversicare team members play a critical role in fostering an environment of Service Excellence. Our Service Standards are in place to offer support. They lead us to what matters most to our company: creating a warm, caring, safe and professional environment for our customers and each other.

Our culture of impassioned service delivery is the Diversicare Difference.

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Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

Work under the supervision of a licensed vocational nurse or a registered professional nurse to perform the following duties:

  • After authorization by the facility's licensed nurse or the resident's treating physician, administers PRN medications.
  • Organizes assigned medication duties to pour, pass, and document all routine prescribed medications and to give PRN medication only upon the instruction of the licensed nurse. 
  • Must document all PRN's according to State Standards in all areas of the chart.
  • Observe and report to the facility's charge licensed nurse reactions and side effects of medication commonly administered to nursing facility's residents.
  • Take and record vital signs prior to administration of medications which could affect or change the vital signs.
  • Administer and document regularly prescribed medications which the medication aide is permitted to administer only after personally preparing (setting up) of those medications to be administered.  Document the medications given in the resident's clinical record.
  • Administer oxygen per nasal channel or a non-sealing face mask only in an emergency.  Immediately after the emergency, the medication aide shall verbally notify the licensed nurse on duty or on call and appropriately  document the activity and notification.
  • At discretion of charge nurse, count narcotics, give all routine prescribed narcotics, and document same on individual sheet and medication sheet.
Qualifications
  • Must have successfully completed state approved school of medication administration.
  • Must carry current acknowledgment card or certification issued by state agency.
  • Must be willing to abide by restrictions placed on his/her job by state agency.
  • Must be a certified nursing assistant.

(EOE)

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

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