Certified Medication Aide - Estelle - CMC

The University of Texas Medical Branch; Huntsville (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare seeks a Certified Medication Aide to provide essential nursing care within a correctional managed care environment. This role involves delivering direct nursing care, administering medications, and maintaining patient confidentiality. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, a graduation certificate from a Licensed Vocational Nurse Program, and a current Texas vocational nurse license. This position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on underserved patient populations while working in a secure facility. If you are dedicated to providing quality care and are ready for a challenging yet rewarding role, we encourage you to apply.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a Licensed Vocational Nurse Program is required.
• Current license/permit as a vocational nurse in Texas is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to assigned patients.
• Administer medications and treatments safely and properly.
• Document nursing care in patient records.

Skills

Direct nursing care

Medication administration

Patient assessment

Infection control

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Licensed Vocational Nurse Program

Tools

Standard patient care supplies

Job description

Join to apply for the Certified Medication Aide - Estelle - CMC role at The University of Texas Medical Branch

2 weeks ago Be among the first 25 applicants

Join to apply for the Certified Medication Aide - Estelle - CMC role at The University of Texas Medical Branch

The mission of Correctional Managed Care is to address the healthcare needs of underserved patient populations within the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) and the Texas Juvenile Justice Department (TJJD).

JOB SUMMARY

To provide direct nursing care to an assigned group of patients and perform nursing procedures within the scope of their education and demonstrated abilities.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

1. Provides direct nursing care to assigned patients.
2. Participates in assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating the nursing care given.
3. Performs admission, discharge, and transfer procedures.
4. Reviews and, under supervision, modifies the plan of care based on the nursing plan of care in daily assignments.
5. Observes and records signs, symptoms, and behaviors, including physiological status; proposes revisions of interventions and outcomes.
6. Delivers nursing interventions consistent with the state medical plan of care.
7. Notifies appropriate staff of patient status changes; recognizes priorities and potential crises.
8. Follows physician's orders in delivering nursing care.
9. Maintains patient privacy and confidentiality at all times.
10. Administers medications and treatments safely and properly.
11. Executes physician's orders for assigned patients.
12. Prepares equipment and supplies for diagnostic or treatment procedures; assists with procedures or treatments.
13. Adheres to infection control, isolation procedures, and aseptic techniques.
14. Documents nursing care in patient records.
15. Follows internal controls and reporting structures.
16. Performs related duties as required.

EQUIPMENT

Standard patient care supplies, equipment, and mechanical devices.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Located within a prison, jail, or juvenile detention center. Security clearance and pre-employment drug testing are required.

REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

High school or equivalent; graduation from a Licensed Vocational Nurse Program; current license/permit as a vocational nurse in Texas; no experience required.

Current BLS-HP certification required.

Salary is commensurate with relevant experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity

UTMB Health is committed to providing equal opportunity employment regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected status by law.

Primary Location

United States-Texas-Huntsville

Work Locations

CRMF/Estelle Facility

Job

Patient Care

Organization

UTMB Health

Shift

Standard

Employee Status

Non-Manager

Job Posting

Aug 29, 2022, 3:27:12 PM