Certified Med Aide/Tech - Growth, Benefits, Daily Pay

Diversicare; Sedgwick (KS); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k)

Vacation

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Diversicare in Sedgwick, Kansas is seeking a Certified Med Aide/Tech to deliver compassionate resident care under the supervision of licensed staff. You will administer PRN medications, organize medication duties, and accurately document all activities in the resident’s chart.

The role requires completion of a state-approved medication administration program, a current CNA certification, and willingness to adhere to state agency restrictions.

Qualifications

• Must have 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.

Responsibilities

• Administers PRN medications after authorization by the licensed nurse or physician.
• Organizes assigned medication duties to pour, pass, and document routine medications and PRN meds as instructed.
• Documents all PRN’s according to State Standards in all areas of the chart.
• Observes and reports reactions and side effects to the licensed nurse.
• Takes and records vital signs prior to medications that could affect vital signs.
• Administers and documents prescribed medications after preparing them for administration.
• Administers oxygen in emergencies and notifies the nurse with documentation.
• Counts narcotics and documents according to policy.

Skills

Medication administration

Vital signs monitoring

Documentation accuracy

Resident care

Education

State-approved medication administration training

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Job description

Diversicare in Sedgwick, Kansas is seeking a Certified Med Aide/Tech to deliver compassionate resident care under the supervision of licensed staff. You will administer PRN medications, organize medication duties, and accurately document all activities in the resident’s chart.

The role requires completion of a state-approved medication administration program, a current CNA certification, and willingness to adhere to state agency restrictions.