Certified Medication Aide (CMA) - Full Time/PRN

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are at the heart of Cantex. 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, they must perform routine daily tasks required in maintaining the health, comfort and well-being of the patients/residents.

SHIFT: 6a-2p and PRN

State certification as a Nursing Assistant mandatory.

Ability to read, write, and speak English.

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.

May take and record vital signs of patients/residents as required.

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 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.

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 on the shift.

Ensures that any expired medications are removed for destruction per facility policy and procedures.

Attends Quality Assurance meetings per request.

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.

Entry level

Full‑time

Health Care Provider

Hospitals and Health Care

We offer a competitive benefit plan including 401(k) match, CEU reimbursement, vacation, sick, holidays, medical, dental, and supplemental insurance plans, and a highly competitive compensation package.

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