CNA/Certified Medication Aides Weekends and PRN shifts

Skilled Nursing at Ashford Gardens - Houston, TX 77076

Position Type Full Time Category Nursing Assistant & Medication Aide

Ashford Gardens is currently hiring for a Certified Medication Aide (CMA) double weekend 6am-10pm every Saturday and Sunday.

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.

Comprehensive health plan options, dental plan options, and vision coverage

• Additional supplemental benefits (life insurance, disability, accident, etc.)
• 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
• State certification as a Nursing Assistant mandatory.

Ability to read, write, and speak the English language.

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 assigned or as may be required by certain medications.

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.

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 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.

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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