Certified Medication Aide WE Dbls. (CMA)

Position Description:

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Presbyterian Village North is immediately hiring Certified Medication Aides for Weekend Doubles + $1,000.00 Sign-On Bonus in our Skilled Nursing Dept.

*Shifts:

7am-3pm (M-F)
Weekend Doubles (7am-11pm)*
Sat. & Sun. (11pm-7am)
PRN

*Check with Recruiter for exact shift availability.

• Models a service attitude towards others, takes ownership in solving problems and takes the initiative to make things better, is friendly and courteous to residents, patients and co-workers
• Ensure resident/patient, visitor, and co-worker safety by remaining aware of and reporting any new or existing safety hazards
• Maintain good attendance record
• Prepare, administer and promptly document routine medications per state regulations
  
• Administer the right medication to the right resident, at the right time, right dosage and right route
• Ensures clinical observations are made prior to and after medication as indicated, i.e. obtain b/p, pulse, check edema as indicated and document results, monitor for adverse reactions
• Communicate change of condition to charge nurse that requires PRN medication prior to PRN administration
• Follow proper infection control techniques during medication administration and other resident care procedures
• Ensures an adequate amount of fluids is given with meds and supplemental feedings are given as ordered
• Assist with meal service and feeding residents as assigned or needed
• Document meal % intake and offer substitutes to residents with less that 50% consumed if applicable
• Uses equipment correctly and safely during the preparation of medications and resident care procedures
• Administers medication within the regulatory time frames
• Keep medication cart clean and locked when not being utilized
• Utilize time between medication passes efficiently
• Communicate orders to prevent running out of medication to Clinical Coordinator
• Inventory drugs to ensure meds are re-ordered and received in a timely manner
• Assist in ADL care of residents as needed
• Maintain security and count of narcotics
• Assist in the monitoring of emergency and safety equipment on the assigned unit
• Assist in the monitoring of the CNA flow sheets to ensure proper documentation guidelines and report lapses to Unit Manager
• Assist in the follow-up of quality improvement issues as indicated
• Gather D/C medications for destructions per policy and procedures, document on appropriate forms and give to Charge Nurse.
• Other duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or GED
• Valid Texas Medication Aide and CNA certification
• Ability to organize work flow and document timely and accurately
• Ability to maintain a positive, stable disposition in performing work in association with staff and residents.
• Ability to maintain a high level of performance in an environment of frequent demands and changes
• Ability to read, write and effectively communicate in English
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to handle confidential information, use judgment and make decisions
• Ability to work independent of close and constant supervision
• Ability to perform Essential Duties
• Genuine caring for and interest in the care of mature adults, people with disabilities and hospice patients
• Ability to perform work tasks within the Physical Demand Requirements
• Ability to comply with the Resident Bill of Rights and Employee Responsibilities
• Ability to comply with organizational and departmental safety policies and procedures