MED AIDE (25287)

Cantex Continuing Care Network; Carrollton (TX); Sur place; USD 23 000 - 32 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

401K with match

CEU reimbursement

Vacation

Sick leave

Holidays

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Supplemental insurance

Résumé du poste

Cantex Continuing Care Network is seeking a Certified Medication Aide for the The Madison on Marsh in Carrollton, TX. You will administer oral and topical medications under supervision, and perform daily tasks to maintain residents’ health and well-being.

This role requires state Nursing Assistant certification, a state-approved medication administration certification where required, and strong English communication. Double weekend shifts are included in the full-time schedule.

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.

Responsabilités

• Administers medications as ordered by a physician under the supervision of a licensed nurse.
• Demonstrates 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.
• Administers PRN medications per policy and regulations.
• Documents reasons for PRN medications and responses promptly.
• May dispense narcotics under supervision and accounts for them.
• Keeps medication carts and rooms clean and compliant with policy.
• Attends facility education in-services.

Connaissances

English language proficiency

Nursing Assistant certification

Medication administration cert

Formation

State Nursing Assistant certification

State approved medication administration certification

Description du poste

Job Details: Job Location: Skilled Nursing at The Madison on Marsh - Carrollton, TX 75006, Position Type: Full Time, Job Category: Nursing Assistant & Medication Aide, Certified Medication Aide-The Madison on Marsh**Double Weekend**Full Time

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are at the heart of Cantex. We are committed to a culture that respects our differences and values the contributions of all people.

Please visit cantexcc.com for more information on this location.

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.

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/RoleModel.
• Has reviewed Cantex Continuing Care Networks Clinical Policies and Procedures for Abuse Prevention and knows the employee's responsibility to enforce it.
• Responsiblefor assuringpatientresidentsafety.
• Performsotherdutiesasassigned.

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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.