Certified Medication Aide (CMA) - Full Time, Skilled Nursing

Buckner International; San Angelo (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site location

Faith-based work environment

Job summary

Buckner Retirement Services Community in San Angelo, TX, is seeking a Certified Medication Aide to provide compassionate care to residents. You will administer prescribed medications, document accurately, and support nursing staff to maintain Buckner's high standard of service.

Candidates must hold a current CMA certification, CPR/First Aid, and be able to perform the physical tasks of the role. This full-time on-site position offers a positive, faith-based work environment and opportunities to

Qualifications

• Must hold current Certified Medication Aide certification.
• CPR/First Aid certification required.
• Knowledge of medication administration and infection control.
• Ability to perform physical tasks including lifting and standing long shifts.
• Attention to detail to prevent medication errors.
• Ability to work with elderly residents with kindness and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Assist with accurate implementation of prescribed health care plan.
• Administer medications to residents according to prescribed schedule.
• Document regularly prescribed medications after preparation.
• Administer PRN medications as authorized by the charge nurse.
• Document all PRNs according to state standards.
• Observe and report reactions or side effects to supervisor.
• Take and record vital signs prior to administration when needed.
• Apply ophthalmic, optic, and nasal medications as instructed; administer oxygen if required.
• Count narcotics and document per policy.
• Keep medication room, cart, and refrigerator clean and orderly.
• Log refrigerator temperature daily.
• Report incidents or unusual events related to medications; chart patient conditions as directed.
• Restock med cart and check expiration dates.
• Support nursing staff and assist in dining, scheduling, and unit duties as needed.
• Follow Buckner 5STARS of customer service.

Skills

Current CMA Certification

CPR/First Aid

Medication administration

Vital signs monitoring

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Job description

We are seeking a Certified Medication Aide to join our community, committed to delivering outstanding care to our residents. As a Certified Medication Aide, you will play a n important role in all phases, providing care to a wide variety of residents in a way that meets or exceeds Buckner quality, service, and hospitality standards. Join our team and inspire happiness in the lives of others!

What You’ll Do

As a member of our team, you will have an impact on our clients through accomplishment of the following responsibilities:

• Assist with the accurate implementation of the prescribed health care plan.
• Accurately and timely administer medications to residents according to prescribed schedule.
• Accurately administer and timely document regularly prescribed medications, as permitted, after personally preparing (setting up) the medications.
• Accurately administer PRN medications if authorized by the charge nurse.
• Accurately and timely document all PRNs according to state standards in all areas of the chart.
• Observe and report to supervisor any reactions and side effects of medication administered.
• Take and record vital signs of residents, as required, prior to administration of medications which could affect or change the vital signs.
• Apply specifically ordered ophthalmic, optic, and nasal medications, as instructed; administer oxygen per nasal canula or a non-sealing facemask, in an emergency.
• Count narcotics, give all routinely prescribed narcotics, document it on Individual’s sheet and medication sheet- at discretion of supervisor.
• See that the medication room, med cart, and refrigerator are kept clean and orderly at all times.
• Accurately log refrigerator temperature on a daily basis.
• Report incidents, as directed, on medication errors, accidents, or unusual events, on residents, visitors, or employees; and, as directed, chart some resident conditions or other pertinent information.
• Restock med cart with ample supplies; check expiration dates on all medication.
• Perform other tasks in support of your team including: staff nursing station and answer phones as needed; assist in dining room with meal serving and feeding as needed; and work schedules, assignments and units as requested including performing Nurse Aide resident care duties.
• Follow the Buckner 5STARS of customer service and timely respond to requests for assistance of information.

What You’ll Bring to the Team

• Current Medication Aide Certification
• CPR/First Aid certified
• Professional knowledge of basic health care practices and procedures including infection control
• Basic understanding of the uses, results, and dispensation of medications
• Ability to perform the physical requirements of the job includingbending, stooping, twisting, turning, reaching, lifting, carrying, pulling, pushing, climbing, kneeling, walking, and standing over 75% of shift
• Attention to detail is critical as an error could have life threatening consequences
• Ability to exercise patience, tact, initiative, judgment, and confidentiality (following established guidelines)
• Ability to recognize changes in a resident’s appearance, attitude, and condition
• Personality attuned to the requirements of meeting the needs of the infirm and aged, and ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers and others

The above description reflects the details considered necessary to describe the essential functions of the job and should not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be performed in the job.

Buckner Retirement Services Community: Baptist Retirement Community Location: San Angelo , TX - Onsite Address: 902-903 N Main St, San Angelo, TX 76903 Shift: Days Job Schedule: Full-Time

About Buckner Retirement Services

Buckner Retirement Services comprises a network of senior living communities across Texas. As a not-for-profit, faith-based organization with over 60 years of experience, we're dedicated to providing exceptional care. Recognized as a Great Place to Work at all our locations, we offer rewarding opportunities for those passionate about working with seniors. If you're seeking a career in the senior living field, consider joining us at Buckner, where our purpose sets us apart. Buckner is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The same way we treat our employees is how we treat all applicants – with respect. Buckner is an equal opportunity employer (EEO is the law). You will be treated fairly throughout our recruiting process and without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status in consideration for a career at Buckner.