Certified Medication Aide: Precise Med Admin & Resident Care

Sylvan Shores Health & Wellness; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Very Competitive Pay

Generous PTO and Holidays

Medical

Dental

Vision

Company-paid life insurance & LTD/AD&D

Short-Term Disability

Supplemental Insurances

Job summary

Cypress Pointe Health and Wellness in Houston seeks a Certified Medication Aide to support residents with accurate medications ordered by physicians, following nursing standards and state guidelines.

The CMA will work full-time, participate in community education, observe infection control, and perform duties of a CNA as assigned while maintaining meticulous medication administration records.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Certified Medication Aide in the State of Texas.
• CPR certification is preferred.
• Reliable transportation is required.

Responsibilities

• Obtain report from licensed nurse/CMA being relieved and record sufficient information related to medication administration.
• Administer medications to residents accurately and timely (correct resident, medication, dose, route, and time).
• Observe residents for drug effectiveness and adverse effects; report to the licensed nurse.
• Document resident care related to medication administration and monitoring; notify the licensed nurse of any changes or adverse effects.
• Notify licensed nurse of observed changes in residents’ conditions, medication errors, or unavailable medications.
• Perform duties of Certified Nurse Aide as assigned.
• Follow care plans for medication administration based on residents’ needs and assessments.
• Participate in community education programs.
• Report observed changes in residents’ conditions promptly to the licensed nurse.
• Respond to residents’ calls for assistance promptly.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

CMA in Texas

Job description

Cypress Pointe Health and Wellness in Houston seeks a Certified Medication Aide to support residents with accurate medications ordered by physicians, following nursing standards and state guidelines.

The CMA will work full-time, participate in community education, observe infection control, and perform duties of a CNA as assigned while maintaining meticulous medication administration records.