Certified Medication Technician - Compassionate Caregiver

Diversicare; Chanute (KS); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Diversicare is seeking a Medication Aide/CNA to join our team and support licensed nurses in providing patient care across our facilities. You will administer prescribed medications, document doses, monitor residents, and communicate any changes to the nursing staff.

Required are state-approved medication administration training and active CNA certification; you’ll operate in a compliant, patient-centered environment with a strong commitment to service standards.

Qualifications

• Must have completed state approved school of medication administration.
• Must carry current acknowledgment card or certification issued by state agency.
• Must be willing to abide by restrictions placed on his/her job by state agency.
• Must be a certified nursing assistant.

Responsibilities

• Administers PRN medications under supervision.
• Organizes medication duties to pour, pass, and document routine medications and PRN meds.
• Document all PRNs according to state standards.
• Observe and report medication reactions and side effects to the licensed nurse.
• Take and record vital signs prior to medications that could affect vitals.
• Prepare and document medications to be administered by the medication aide.
• Count and document narcotics as directed by the charge nurse.
• Notify licensed nurse after emergency oxygen administration and document.

Skills

Medication administration

Education

State approved school of medication administration

Certified Nursing Assistant

Job description

Diversicare is seeking a Medication Aide/CNA to join our team and support licensed nurses in providing patient care across our facilities. You will administer prescribed medications, document doses, monitor residents, and communicate any changes to the nursing staff.

Required are state-approved medication administration training and active CNA certification; you’ll operate in a compliant, patient-centered environment with a strong commitment to service standards.