Certified Medication Aide (7a-7p)

Company: Harbor Lakes Nursing and Rehab
Location: Granbury
Posted on: November 6, 2024

Job Description:

_*\*\*\*We are proud to announce that Harbor Lakes Nursing and Rehab won BEST NURSING HOME in Hood County for 2024!\*\*\**__*Celebrating our new employee benefit that gives you instant access to your wages ahead of payday! \*New employees are eligible for this benefit immediately upon hire!*_*Harbor Lakes Nursing & Rehab**1300 2nd St, Granbury, TX 76048**Come tour the facility, schedule an interview & meet the team!**CMA- Certified Medication Aide**\*Ask about our Shift Diff\*** *7a-7p Rotating** *PRN avail (\*PRN must commit to 1 shift per month)** *Must be a Texas Certified Medication Aide\* (Medical assistants do not qualify)**Job Responsibilities*As a *Certified Medication Aide,* you will prepare and administer oral, topical and suppository medications to residents as prescribed by the physician. You will also count and calculate dosages on a daily basis and document the number of scheduled drugs at the beginning and end of each shift. Additionally, the Certified Nursing Assistant and Medication Aide will:* Report any observations concerning resident/patient condition, emergency situations or difficulties with medications to the supervising nurse throughout the shift should they occur* Document vital signs, medication administration resident behaviors associated with medication administration and facility incident and accident reports* Meet with supervisory staff to report, review and discuss medication administration process and participate in review response* Participate in designing and implementing resident care plans in relation to medication administration* Record and replace medications and medication administration supplies; maintains and clean medication cart to remain compliant with facility policies and procedures* Provide direct resident care within the scope of the CMA role and continue direct care activities and other relevant nursing assistant duties as assignedAs a *Certified Medication Aide*, you will need a high school diploma or equivalent and must be a CMA in good standing. Additionally, the ideal Certified Medication Aide candidate will have:* 6 months experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), experience in a long-term care facility preferred* Ability to stand for long periods of time, lift and transfer residents (up to 100 pounds unassisted), bend, twist, push and pull* Knowledge of medical terminology, skill in administering nursing techniques including taking vital signs, medication administration and knowledge of possible side effects* Exceptional organization skills, ability to prepare and maintain accurate resident charts, reports and observations* Effective communication skills and interpersonal relations* Good problem solving and independent thinking skills* Knowledge of basic hygiene and sanitation practices* Professional conduct and ethics*Benefits*We are _*equally committed to both our residents and employees *_and have created an environment that promotes professional and personal growth. We _*offer competitive compensation and benefit packages *_including:* Early Wage Access* Health/Dental/Vision* Paid Time Off* Scholarship Career Advancement through HMGU* Tuition Reimbursement* 401(k)* Employee Assistance Program through HMG Cares Foundation* PTO Accrual Day 1*Please visit our community to fill out a paper application, apply online or visit our company website https://www.harborlakesnursingandrehabilitation.com/**Thank you for applying!*Job Types: Full-time, Part-timeBenefits:* 401(k)* Dental insurance* Employee assistance program* Health insurance* Life insurance* Paid time off* Tuition reimbursement* Vision insuranceSchedule:* 12 hour shift* Day shiftLicense/Certification:* Certified Medication Aide in Texas (Required)Work Location: In person

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