Certified Medication Aide (CMA) - Skilled Nursing, PRN

Certified Medication Aide (CMA) - Skilled Nursing, PRN

Houston, Texas, United States

Buckner Retirement Services Community: Parkway Place

Location: Houston, TX - Onsite

Address: 1321 Park Bayou Dr, Houston, TX 77077

Shift: 12 hour shifts

Job Schedule: Occasional

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Certified Medication Aide (CMA) to join our community. As a CMA, you will be responsible for administering medications, monitoring patient vital signs, and assisting with daily living activities. This position requires a blend of clinical skills and administrative expertise to ensure efficient operations and excellent patient care. The ideal candidates will have a passion for delivering high-quality care to seniors. Join our team and inspire happiness in the lives of others!

Responsibilities:

• Help residents with personal hygiene, such as providing bedpans and helping them bathe
• Safely lift and reposition residents as necessary
• Have an eagle eye, taking notice when resident behaviors change and letting shift leaders know
• Accurately and timely administer medications to residents according to prescribed schedule.
• Accurately administer and timely document regularly prescribed medications, as permitted, after personally preparing (setting up) the medications.
• Accurately administer PRN medications if authorized by the charge nurse.
• Take and record vital signs of residents, as required, prior to administration of medications which could affect or change the vital signs.
• Apply specifically ordered ophthalmic, optic, and nasal medications, as instructed; administer oxygen per nasal canula or a non-sealing facemask, in an emergency.
• Count narcotics, give all routinely prescribed narcotics, document it on individual's sheet and medication sheet- at discretion of supervisor.
• See that the medication room, med cart, and refrigerator are kept clean and orderly at all times.
• Accurately log refrigerator temperature on a daily basis.
• Report incidents, as directed, on medication errors, accidents, or unusual events, on residents, visitors, or employees; and, as directed, chart some resident conditions or other pertinent information.
• Restock med cart with ample supplies; check expiration dates on all medication.
• Follow the Buckner 5STARS of customer service and timely respond to requests for assistance of information.

Qualifications:

• Current Medication Aide Certification and current Certified Nurse Aide certification
• CPR/First Aid certified
• High School Diploma (or G.E.D.) plus a minimum of 1 year prior experience as a nursing assistant
• Requires proficient ability to speak, read, and write English.
• Requires ability to use up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force continuously to move objects and/or people.
• Position requires bending, stooping, twisting, turning, reaching, lifting, carrying, pulling, pushing, climbing, kneeling, walking, and standing over 75% of shift.
• Requires ability to walk, sit, and stand sometimes for prolonged periods of time.

The above description reflects the details considered necessary to describe the essential functions of the job and should not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be performed in the job.

Buckner Retirement Services comprises a network of senior living communities across Texas. As a not-for-profit, faith-based organization with over 60 years of experience, we're dedicated to providing exceptional care. Recognized as a Great Place to Work at all our locations, we offer rewarding opportunities for those passionate about working with seniors. If you're seeking a career in the senior living field, consider joining us at Buckner, where our purpose sets us apart. Buckner is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The same way we treat our employees is how we treat all applicants – with respect. Buckner is an equal opportunity employer (EEO is the law). You will be treated fairly throughout our recruiting process and without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status in consideration for a career at Buckner.