Certified Medication Aide

Paradigm-Healthcare-5; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Life insurance

Referral program

Job summary

Paradigm at Woodwind Lakes in Houston, TX is seeking a Certified Medication Aide to join our skilled nursing team. Under the direction of a licensed nurse, you will administer medications, document treatments, and support resident care according to policy.

Candidates must hold current TX CMA and Nursing Assistant certifications, with LT Care experience preferred; knowledge of Point Click Care is a plus. We offer health, dental, vision, PTO, life insurance, and a referral program.

Qualifications

• Must possess current, active Medication Aide certification in Texas.
• Must possess current, active Nursing Assistant certification in Texas.
• 2 years’ Long-Term Care experience preferred.
• Six months CMA experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of Point Click Care preferred.
• Computer literacy: Outlook, MS Office, Internet; able to lead and stay professional.
• Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines and handle multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications under nurse supervision in accordance with regulations and facility policy.
• Document medication administration and other tasks per policy.
• Maintain infection control practices and secure the medication cart.
• Assist with resident care activities as assigned by the charge nurse.
• Deliver care following the care plan and physician orders.
• Coordinate with nursing services to ensure continuity of care.
• Participate in facility inspections as needed.

Skills

Medication administration

Vital signs

Documentation

Patient care

Team collaboration

Education

TX CMA certification

TX Nursing Assistant certification

Tools

PointClickCare

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Paradigm at Woodwind Lakes - Houston, TX 77040

Position Type: Full Time

Job Shift: Day

Paradigm at Woodwind Lakes is a skilled nursing facility looking for a dedicated and compassionate Certified Medication Aide to join the Paradigm Healthcare family!

Job Duties

• Under the direction of a nurse, provide direct nursing care and prepare and administer oral, nasal, eye, ear, vaginal, rectal, topical, and/or other medications according to applicable state and federal regulations, facility policies and procedures, and prudent nursing judgment
• Ensure that medications are administered in a timely manner and if there must be a delay, document explanations for delays as necessary
• Document administration of medications and other tasks in accordance with organization policies and procedures
• Follow appropriate infection control practices
• Keep medication cart clean, organized, stocked, and secured as directed
• Use medication cart and administer medication as directed and in accordance with organization policies and procedures
• Perform resident care duties as assigned by charge nurse, including but not limited to transporting and transferring, restocking resident room, changing linen, properly positioning resident, bathing, assisting with bowel and bladder needs, assisting with dressing, assisting with eating and hydration, taking vital signs, and caring for resident as needed or directed
• Deliver care to residents following their plan of care in accordance with current physician's orders, rules, regulations, and guidelines that govern the nursing care facilities under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse
• Provide care in a professional/courteous manner by ensuring the resident is approached in a kind, gentle and friendly manner
• Provide care in a manner that respect for the resident's dignity and privacy is consistently upheld
• Have knowledge of and utilize the facility's written policies and procedures that govern the day-to-day functions of the nursing service department
• Utilize established methods for coordination and communication of nursing services with other resident services to ensure the continuity of the residents' total regimen of care.
• Participate in facility surveys (inspections) made by authorized government agencies as necessary or as may be directed

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Life insurance
• Referral program

QualificationsRequired Education and Experience

• Must possess a current, unencumbered, active certification to practice as a Medication Aide in the State
• Must possess a current, unencumbered, active certification to practice as a nursing assistant in the State
• 2 years' experience in Long-Term Care experience preferred
• Six (6) months experience as a Certified Medication Aide preferred
• Strong utilization knowledge of Point Click Care preferred
• Computer literacy skills (Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Office, Internet) required. Must be able to demonstrate leadership, organizational skills, and maintain a positive and professional attitude
• Ability to work well under pressure, meet deadlines and handle multiple tasks simultaneously

Paradigm Healthcare was founded on the belief that by empowering each other, we can achieve more and provide better care to every patient we serve. We believe in taking a fundamental and basic human approach to our business, keeping it simple, real and to the point. We believe that by building an empowered team who knows the value they hold, we can provide an unparalleled level of care to the residents who count on us.