$1000 Sing On Bonus
Double Weekend Shift Every Other Weekend
SAME DAY PAY AVAILABLE
Classification
Hourly Non-Exempt
Reports to
Director of Nursing
Summary/Objective
In keeping with our organizations goals, the primary purpose of the Certified Medication Aide is to deliver quality nursing care to residents requiring short-term, skilled, and long-term nursing care. The Certified Medication Aide administers medications and cares for the residents in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations and organization policies and procedures. This job description is to be used in conjunction with the Certified Nursing Assistant Job Description which contains duties that the this position is also responsible for fulfilling as assigned or necessary.
Job Duties
- Under the direction of a nurse, provide direct nursing care and prepare and administer oral, nasal, eye, ear, vaginal, rectal, topical, and/or other medications according to applicable state and federal regulations, facility policies and procedures, and prudent nursing judgment
- Ensure that medications are administered in a timely manner and if there must be a delay, document explanations for delays as necessary
- Document administration of medications and other tasks in accordance with organization policies and procedures
- Follow appropriate infection control practices
- Keep medication cart clean, organized, stocked, and secured as directed
- Use medication cart and administer medication as directed and in accordance with
Reasonable Accommodation
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
Required Education and Experience
- Must possess a current, unencumbered, active certification to practice as a Medication Aide in the State
- Must possess a current, unencumbered, active certification to practice as a nursing assistant in the State
- 2 years experience in Long-Term Care experience preferred
- Six (6) months experience as a Certified Medication Aide preferred
- Strong utilization knowledge of Point Click Care preferred
- Computer literacy skills (Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Office, Internet) required.
- Must be able to demonstrate leadership, organizational skills, and maintain a positive and professional attitude
- Ability to work well under pressure, meet deadlines and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $15.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Shift availability:
Ability to Commute:
- Alvin, TX 77511 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Alvin, TX 77511: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
