Certified Nursing Assistant - Med Tech -CNA-M

First Atlantic Health Care; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in health care is seeking dedicated Med Techs to join their clinical team. This role focuses on administering medications and ensuring residents receive top-notch care to maintain their well-being. The position offers opportunities for all experience levels, including new graduates, and provides a supportive environment with flexible shifts and competitive wages. Join a team committed to excellence in rehabilitation and physical therapy services, where your contributions will make a significant impact on the lives of residents.

Benefits

Flexible Shifts

Flexible Savings Account

Shift Differentials

Paid Time Off

Hiring Bonus

Qualifications

• Graduate of a state-approved CNA program and listed on the Maine CNA Registry.
• Ability to interact with our computer-based EMR system.

Responsibilities

• Administers medications and monitors vital signs according to physician orders.
• Maintains accurate documentation of all medications and treatments.

Skills

Medication Administration

Vital Signs Monitoring

Documentation Skills

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Certification

Tools

Electronic Medical Record (EMR) System

Job description

Seaside: A Superior Level of Health Care

Seaside Skilled Rehabilitation Center is a leading provider of comprehensive rehabilitation and physical therapy services for Southern Maine. Our convenient location on Portland’s Back Cove offers an ideal setting for short-term or long-term care, extended rehabilitation, as well as respite and hospice services. We aim to deliver a superior level of health care with skilled and professional staff, providing unmatched access to many specialists from Cumberland County and beyond. Under the ownership of First Atlantic Healthcare, Seaside continues in First Atlantic's longstanding reputation for excellence in Long Term Care.

Wages increase with experience!

Hourly rate: $25.00 - $30.00

Hiring Bonus: $2,500

Openings for:

Full time

Day shift

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

CNA-Med Tech Job Summary

As part of a strong clinical team, providing excellent care and service to our residents is the primary responsibility of our Med Tech. The purpose of this position is to administer medications to residents, ensuring they receive the necessary care to attain or maintain their highest practicable physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being through comprehensive assessment and planning. The CNA-Med Tech works under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse, in accordance with State/Federal regulations and facility procedures, reporting observations to the licensed nurse on duty, and maintaining clean and orderly medication administration equipment. Reports to Charge Nurse.

Responsibilities and duties include but are not limited to:

• Administers scheduled oral and topical medications according to physician orders via scanning per policy to assigned residents
• Monitors and records vital signs according to physician orders and standards of practice
• Reports any unusual or adverse medication side effects to the Charge Nurse
• Maintains accurate documentation of all medications and treatments following policy and best practices
• Assists the Charge Nurse with returning, re-ordering, and destroying medications as per facility policy
• Notifies the Charge Nurse of any expired medications or projected shortages of medications or supplies
• Makes suggestions to improve or streamline the medication system to the Charge Nurse

Requirements:

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

Benefits as a member of the First Atlantic Healthcare family include:

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