Certified Medication Aide -6-2p- Bel Air At Teravista

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are at the heart of Cantex. We are committed to a culture that respects our differences and values the contributions of all people.

Please visit cantexcc.com for more information on this location.Job Summary : 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.

QualificationsQualifications : * State certification as a Nursing Assistant mandatory.* State approved medication administration certification (where required).

• Ability to read, write, and speak the English language.Essential Functions : * 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.
• Demonstrates knowledge of "five rights" of medication administration.* May take and record vital signs of patients / residents / residents as assigned or as may be required by certain medications.
• Records the administration of medications and / or treatments appropriately.* 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.

Essential Functions (continued) : * 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 medication room, med carts and medication refrigerators are kept clean and well organized.
• Ensures that any expired medications are removed for destruction per facility policy and procedures.* Attends Quality Assurance meetings per request.
• Ability to function as a Team Leader / Role Model.* 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.* Performs other duties as assigned.We are an Equal opportunity employer;

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.