Certified Medication Aide/CMA

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*Pecan Bayou is seeking an experienced CMA- Certified Medication Aide to join or team! *
* *6a-2p &*
* *2-10p SHIFT AVAILBLE *

As a Certified Medication Aide (CMA), you will prepare, administer and document medications given to facility residents under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) within regulatory time frames. In addition, the CMA will monitor residents’ vital signs as indicated; observe residents for expected actions; observe reportable, suspected and adverse reactions to medications administered; and prepare verbal and written reports related to successful or unsuccessful medication administration, changes in resident condition and/or departures from usual and routine

*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 assigned

As 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

Job Types: Full-time, PRN

Benefits:
* 401(k)
* Dental insurance
* Health insurance
* Paid time off
* Tuition reimbursement
* Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
* Geriatrics
Schedule:
* Day shift
* Evening shift

License/Certification:
* Certified Medication Aide (Required)

Work Location: In person