MED AIDE (24799)

Cantex; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

CEU reimbursement

Vacation

Sick time

Holidays

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Supplemental insurance

Job summary

Cantex is seeking a Certified Medication Aide to administer oral and topical medications to patients under physician orders and the supervision of a licensed nurse, in accordance with state and federal regulations. The role focuses on maintaining health, comfort and well-being through accurate medication delivery and documentation.

This position requires adherence to the five rights of medication administration, proper patient observation, timely record-keeping, and participation in ongoing

Qualifications

• State certification as a Nursing Assistant is mandatory.
• State approved medication administration certification is required where applicable.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.

Responsibilities

• Administers medications as ordered by a physician, under the supervision of a licensed nurse.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the five rights of medication administration.
• May take and record vital signs as required by medications.
• Records administration of medications and treatments accurately.
• Observes for reactions/side effects and reports to a licensed nurse or supervisor.
• Properly secures medication carts and rooms per policy.
• Attends facility education in-services.

Skills

English proficiency

Education

Nursing Assistant certification

Medication administration certification

Job description

We are an Equal opportunity employer; We offer an excellent benefit plan to include 401K with match, CEU reimbursement, vacation, sick, holidays, medical, dental, and supplemental insurance Plans as well as a Highly competitive compensation package.

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Job Summary

The overall purpose of the Certified Medication Aide position is to administer oral and topical medications to patients/residents. This individual must perform these tasks as ordered by a physician, under the supervision of a licensed nurse, and in accordance with state and federal rules and regulations. Also, must perform routine daily tasks required in maintaining the health, comfort and well-being of the patients/residents.

What We Offer You

• Competitive pay
• Comprehensive health plan options, dental plan options, and vision coverage
• Additional supplemental benefits (life insurance, disability, accident, etc.)
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous paid time off (Vacation/Sick/Holiday) for full-time positions
• Career growth and advancement opportunities
• A company culture that is committed to compassionate care
• Complementary uniforms and many more perks and benefits

Qualifications

• State certification as a Nursing Assistant mandatory.
• State approved medication administration certification (where required).
• Ability to read, write, and speak the English language.

Essential Functions

• Administers medications as ordered by a physician under the supervision of a licensed nurse, in accordance with any state and federal regulations and consistent with facility policy.
• Demonstrates knowledge of "five rights" of medication administration.
• May take and record vital signs of patients/residents/residents as assigned or as may be required by certain medications.
• Records the administration of medications and/or treatments appropriately.
• Observes for and reports any reactions and/or side effects of medications to a licensed nurse or the appropriate shift.
• Administers PRN medications in accordance with state and federal regulations and consistent with facility policy.
• Documents reason for and response to PRN medications in a timely manner.
• May dispense narcotics and must account for them under the supervision of the licensed (or charge) nurse per facility policy.
• Properly secures medication carts/medication rooms per state and federal regulations and facility policy.
• Attends facility education in-services.

Essential Functions (continued)

• May make observation rounds under the supervision of the licensed nurse (or charge nurse) on the shift.
• May supervise nursing assistants/orderlies as assigned by the charge nurse (or charge nurse) on the shift.
• Ensures that medication room, med carts and medication refrigerators are kept clean and well organized.
• Ensures that any expired medications are removed for destruction per facility policy and procedures.
• Attends Quality Assurance meetings per request.
• Ability to function as a Team Leader/Role Model.
• Has reviewed Cantex Continuing Care Networks Clinical Policies and Procedures for Abuse Prevention and knows the employee's responsibility to enforce it.
• Responsible for assuring patient/resident safety.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

We are an Equal opportunity employer; We offer an excellent benefit plan to include 401K with match, CEU reimbursement, vacation, sick, holidays, medical, dental, and supplemental insurance Plans as well as a Highly competitive compensation package.