Buckner International · 2 weeks ago
Certified Medication Aide (CMA) - Skilled Nursing, PRN
San Angelo, TX, US
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelBuckner International is a not-for-profit, faith-based organization dedicated to providing exceptional care in senior living communities across Texas. We are seeking a Certified Medication Aide to join our team, where you will be responsible for administering medications and providing care to residents while ensuring compliance with health care standards.
CommunitiesElder CareHealth CareNon ProfitRetirement
Responsibilities
Assist with the accurate implementation of the prescribed health care plan
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
Accurately and timely document all PRNs according to state standards in all areas of the chart
Observe and report to supervisor any reactions and side effects of medication administered
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
Perform other tasks in support of your team including: staff nursing station and answer phones as needed; assist in dining room with meal serving and feeding as needed; and work schedules, assignments and units as requested including performing Nurse Aide resident care duties
Follow the Buckner 5STARS of customer service and timely respond to requests for assistance of information
Qualification
Required
Current Medication Aide Certification
CPR/First Aid certified
Professional knowledge of basic health care practices and procedures including infection control
Basic understanding of the uses, results, and dispensation of medications
Ability to perform the physical requirements of the job including bending, stooping, twisting, turning, reaching, lifting, carrying, pulling, pushing, climbing, kneeling, walking, and standing over 75% of shift
Attention to detail is critical as an error could have life threatening consequences
Ability to exercise patience, tact, initiative, judgment, and confidentiality (following established guidelines)
Ability to recognize changes in a resident's appearance, attitude, and condition
Personality attuned to the requirements of meeting the needs of the infirm and aged, and ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers and others
Company
Buckner International
Since 1879 Buckner International has been transforming lives through hands-on ministry, serving the most vulnerable from the beginning to the ending of life.
Founded in 1879
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2023 (2)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Albert Reyes
President and CEO
Jeff Gentry, CPA, CMA, CHFP
Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
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