Horizons Residential Care·Rural Hall, North Carolina
Responsible for the accurate and timely administration of medications to residents and documenting these actions on the MAR. The role also involves coordinating with medical professionals and assisting nursing staff with client care and medical supplies.
Compassionate Care for Exceptional People is our mission. At Horizons we offer 24 hour residential care for children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We create a home environment for our residents and employees. We are looking for Medication Technicians who are passionate about caring for our exceptional people.
This position is responsible for the accurate administering of medications to residents.
Job Classification: Non-Exempt
Department Head: Director of Nursing
Minimum Training and Experience
Must be 18 years old. Must hold a High School Diploma or equivalent. Medication Technician Certification through an approved training program required. Must be in good standing with the NC Medication Aide Registry and have passed the state-approved competency exam.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Prepares and dispenses medications to residents in accurate, timely manner.
Accurately documents all medications administered on MAR.
Performs medication check-off with incoming shift nurse or medication administrator.
Reports any discrepancies in MAR and/or medication check-off.
Responds to emergency situations.
Communicates with physicians and dentists as to client needs and follow-up.
Assists nursing staff with the preparation of various feeding equipment and formulas prescribed for individual clients.
Assists Director of Nursing and Nutritionist with regular weighing, monthly and measuring height, quarterly for all clients.
Assists nursing department with the compilation of requisition forms, inventories, ordering, checking and storing all medical supplies.
Completes resident monthly summaries on rotating basis as assigned.
Performs other duties as necessary or as assigned by nurse or supervisor.
Qualifications: & Skills
Location: Bethabara Park BLVD Winston Salem, NC
Horizons Residential Care Center provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Be a Part of a Mission That Matters
At Horizons, we’re not just providing care but building a community where exceptional people thrive. Join us and make a real difference in the lives of individuals with diverse needs.
6:45 PM - 07:00 AM; PRN
Market context
North Carolina nursing jobs often reflect steady demand in hospitals, clinics, and long-term care settings, especially for RNs who can provide age-appropriate care across patient populations. These roles are competitive because employers typically want an approved nursing-school graduate with a current North Carolina RN or Compact License and active AHA BLS certification. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, and confirm your license status and BLS renewal before applying.
