Certified Medication Aide (CMA) (84897)

Heritage Park Nursing and Rehabilitation Center; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Heritage Park Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Austin, TX is seeking a full-time Certified Medication Aide. The role involves preparing, administering, and documenting prescribed medications, as well as observing and reporting patient reactions. Candidates should have a high school diploma, complete medication aide training, and ideally one year of health care experience.

The job demands physical capability to assist residents with daily tasks and requires knowledge of medication administration protocols. Join us in providing exceptional care in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Successful completion of State Approved Medication Aide Training.
• Preferred one year of previous health care experience.

Responsibilities

• Administer prescribed medications according to protocol.
• Observe and report reactions and side effects to charge nurse.
• Record vital signs prior to medication administration.

Skills

Knowledge of Universal Precautions

Medication administration

Patient care

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Completion of State Approved Medication Aide Training

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Heritage Park Rehabilitation and Skilled Nursing Center - Austin, TX 78722

Position Type: Full Time

Job Category: Health Care

Primary Responsibilities

The Certified Medication Aide will prepare, administer, and document prescribed medications per protocol.

Essential Functions

• Administers prescribed medications and treatments as defined by state regulations in accordance with company policy and procedure.
• Observe and report to the facility's charge nurse reactions and side-effects to medication shown by a resident.
• Take and record vital signs prior to the administration of medication which could affect or change the vital signs.
• Reports to charge nurse and documents reasons prescribed drugs are not administered.
• Administers regularly prescribed medication which the permit holder has been trained to administer only after personally preparing (setting up) the medication to be administered.
• The medication aide documents the administered medication in the resident's medication administration record.
• Administers oxygen per nasal cannula or a non-sealing face mask only in an emergency; immediately after the emergency, the medication aide verbally notifies the licensed nurse on duty or on call and appropriately documents the action and notification.
• Applies specifically ordered ophthalmic, otic, nasal, and vaginal medication.
• Accurately follows all principals of good medication administration.
• Assists in customary daily requirements and tasks in care and treatment such as bathing, feeding, dressing, observing intake of food, care of hair, nails, moving residents from area to area, responding to calls, etc., which includes lifting, transferring.
• Helps charge nurses with the cleanliness of the nursing station, medication room, and supply room.

Qualifications

Educational/Training Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.

Licensing Requirements

Successful completion of State Approved Medication Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program. Good standing in the state registry is required.

Experience Requirements

Preferred one (1) year of previous health care experience. Must demonstrate working knowledge of Universal Precautions and the Blood Borne Pathogen rules.

Physical Demands

Physical demands include lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, sliding/ transferring heavy loads, standing, sitting, walking, speaking, driving, balancing, stooping, crouching, reaching, hearing, seeing, turning, etc. Movements may involve weights ranging from 1-25 lbs, 25-50 lbs, to over 50 lbs, occurring frequently, occasionally, or rarely as required.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Regency Integrated Health Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Regency does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability status, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment decisions are based on legitimate, non-discriminatory criteria.