Certified Nursing Assistant - Med Tech -CNA-M

First Atlantic Health Care; Lewiston (ME); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking dedicated Med Techs to join their clinical team. This role focuses on administering medications and ensuring residents receive top-notch care. You will work closely under the supervision of licensed nurses, maintaining a clean environment and accurate records. With flexible shifts and a supportive team, this position offers a rewarding opportunity to make a difference in the lives of residents while enhancing your skills in a dynamic healthcare setting. Join a company that values your contribution and supports your professional growth!

Benefits

Flexible Shifts

Flexible Savings Account

Shift Differentials

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of a state-approved CNA program and on the Maine CNA Registry.
• Experience with EMR systems is required.

Responsibilities

• Administers medications and monitors vital signs for residents.
• Maintains accurate documentation and assists Charge Nurse as needed.

Skills

Medication Administration

Vital Signs Monitoring

Documentation Skills

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Education

High School Graduate or GED

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Program

Tools

Electronic Medical Record (EMR) System

Job description

Opportunities available for all levels of experience, including new grads!

CNA-Med Tech Job Summary

As part of a strong clinical team, providing amazing care and service to our Residents is the primary responsibility of our Med Tech. The purpose of this position is to administer medications to each resident ensuring they receive the necessary care and services to attain or maintain the highest practicable physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being through the comprehensive assessment and plan of care. The CNA-Med Tech works under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse as assigned and by State/ Federal regulations and facility procedures and reports observations to the licensed nurse on duty; maintains clean and orderly equipment for medication administration. Reports to Charge Nurse.

Responsibilities and duties include but are not limited to:

• Administers routinely scheduled oral and topical medications according to physician order via scanning per policy to assigned residents
• Monitors and records vital signs according to physician orders and standards to practice
• Reports any unusual or unwanted medication side effects to Charge Nurse
• Maintains accurate documentation of all medications and treatments based on policy and best practices
• Assists Charge Nurse with returning, re-ordering, and destroying medications per facility policy
• Notifies Charge Nurse of any outdated medication and any projected shortage of medications or supplies
• Makes suggestions to resolve problems or streamline the medication system to Charge Nurse

Requirements:

• High School Graduate or GED
• Must be a graduate of a state-approved Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) program and on the Maine CNA Registry
• Must be able to interact with our computer-based Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system

As a member of the First Atlantic Healthcare family you will benefit from:

• Flexible Shifts
• Flexible Savings Account, including medical dependent care
• Shift differentials increase- $1.50
• Paid time off