Certified Medication Aide - Double Weekend - Next Day Pay!

Trinity Rehabilitation & Healthcare Company, LLC; Texas; On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dedicated nursing professional to assist in administering medications to residents. This role involves accurately preparing and documenting medication, monitoring vital signs, and ensuring compliance with nursing standards and facility policies. You will work closely with a team of healthcare professionals to provide high-quality care and support to residents, ensuring their safety and well-being. If you are passionate about nursing and making a difference in the lives of others, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Must be a licensed nurse with experience in medication administration.
• Ability to follow established nursing standards and facility policies.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, administer, and document medications as directed by physicians.
• Monitor and report vital signs and medication responses of residents.
• Assist in the documentation and management of medications.

Skills

Medication Administration

Vital Signs Monitoring

Documentation Skills

Knowledge of Medical Abbreviations

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN)

Job description

Description

The primary purpose of this position is to assist in the administering of medications to residents as ordered by the attending physician, under the direction of the attending physician, the nurse supervisor or charge nurse, and the Director of Nursing Services. The administration of medications shall be in accordance with established nursing standards, the policies, procedures, and practices of this facility, and the requirements of this state.

Responsibilities

1. Accurately and safely prepare, administer, and document the oral and/or topical medications that are commonly used in this facility.
2. Verify that any medications brought into the facility by a newly admitted resident are examined and identified by the attending physician or the facility pharmacy or pharmacist.
3. Follow the labeling policies and practices of the facility and ensure that all medications administered are properly labeled.
4. Assist with medication charting as directed by the Nurse Supervisor/Charge Nurse.
5. Follow facility procedures regarding the charting of medications.
6. Follow facility policies and procedures regarding the destruction of medications; assist in carrying out these rules under the direction of the facility pharmacist or Director of Nursing Services, including the documentation requirements.
7. Assist in documenting and removing medications that are discontinued by the attending physician.
8. Follow facility procedures governing drug receipt errors, including notifying the delivery source and the Director of Nursing Services.
9. Ensure that medication is returned and reordered except emergency drugs.
10. Document drug receipt errors, including a written error report, signed by an observer/witness.
11. Follow facility procedures in holding medications for residents who are transferred from the facility or when the attending physician discontinues medications.
12. Accurately measure, record, and report the vital signs of residents.
13. Observe and verify that medication is ingested or applied as directed. Document any instance where prescribed medication is not administered, including reason(s) for refusal.
14. Promptly notify the Charge Nurse, Nurse Supervisor, or Director of Nursing Services of any errors or reactions to medications by residents.
15. Follow the medication card practices of the facility.
16. Ensure that no medication is administered without a written, signed, dated order from an attending licensed physician.
17. Follow the facility procedure for recording the order in the resident’s clinical record, including the type, route, dosage, frequency, and strength of each medication.
18. Verify the identity of the resident before administering the medication treatment.
19. Follow the facility’s procedures allowing residents to self-administer their medications.
20. Assist the Nurse Supervisor/Charge Nurse in monitoring and documenting all aspects of self-administering.
21. Promptly notify the Nurse Supervisor/Charge Nurse of any failure of a resident to properly take any “self-administered” medications.
22. Follow established guidelines concerning the storage of drugs and biologicals.
23. Be familiar with the meaning and usage of common medical abbreviations, symbols, and terms relative to the administration of medications as used by the facility, pharmacists, and physicians.
24. Participate in the development and implementation of the resident’s comprehensive assessment as necessary.