Certified Medication Aide (CMA) (24057)

Cantex Continuing Care Network

Round Rock (TX)

On-site

USD 35,000 - 45,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

401K with match

CEU reimbursement

Vacation

Sick leave

Holidays

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Supplemental insurance

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Cantex Continuing Care Network in Round Rock, TX is seeking a Certified Medication Aide to administer medications to patients and residents. You will work under the supervision of a licensed nurse while complying with state and federal regulations.

The role requires state certification and offers strong benefits, including a 401K with match, CEU reimbursement, and a highly competitive compensation package. You’ll be part of a dedicated team ensuring patient safety and well-being.

Qualifications

State certification as a Nursing Assistant mandatory.
Ability to read, write, and speak the English language.

Responsibilities

Administers medications as ordered by a physician under supervision.
Records administration of medications and observes for reactions.
Documents responses to PRN medications in a timely manner.

Skills

Medication administration

Vital signs monitoring

Medication documentation

Communication skills

Education

State certification as Nursing Assistant

Medication administration certification

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Skilled Nursing at Park Valley Inn Health Center - Round Rock, TX 78681

Position Type: Full Time - PRN

Job Shift: Any

Job Category: Nursing Assistant & Medication Aide

Job Summary

The overall purpose of the Certified Medication Aide position is to administer oral and topical medications to patients/residents. This individual must perform these tasks as ordered by a physician, under the supervision of a licensed nurse, and in accordance with state and federal rules and regulations. Also, must perform routine daily tasks required in maintaining the health, comfort and well-being of the patients/residents.

Qualifications

State certification as a Nursing Assistant mandatory.
State approved medication administration certification (where required).
Ability to read, write, and speak the English language.

Essential Functions

Administers medications as ordered by a physician under the supervision of a licensed nurse, in accordance with any state and federal regulations and consistent with facility policy.
Demonstrates knowledge of "five rights" of medication administration.
May take and record vital signs of patients/residents/residents as assigned or as may be required by certain medications.
Records the administration of medications and/or treatments appropriately.
Observes for and reports any reactions and/or side effects of medications to a licensed nurse or the appropriate shift.
Administers PRN medications in accordance with state and federal regulations and consistent with facility policy.
Documents reason for and response to PRN medications in a timely manner.
May dispense narcotics and must account for them under the supervision of the licensed (or charge) nurse per facility policy.
Properly secures medication carts/medication rooms per state and federal regulations and facility policy.
Attends facility education in-services.

Essential Functions (continued)

May make observation rounds under the supervision of the licensed nurse (or charge nurse) on the shift.
May supervise nursing assistants/orderlies as assigned by the charge nurse (or charge nurse) on the shift.
Ensures that medication room, med carts and medication refrigerators are kept clean and well organized.
Ensures that any expired medications are removed for destruction per facility policy and procedures.
Attends Quality Assurance meetings per request.
Ability to function as a Team Leader/Role Model.
Has reviewed Cantex Continuing Care Networks Clinical Policies and Procedures for Abuse Prevention and knows the employee's responsibility to enforce it.
Responsible for assuring patient/resident safety.
Performs other duties as assigned.

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