*CMA- Certified Medication Aide*

*\*For immediate consideration please stop by the facility and fill out an application M-F between 10am-4pm! \*Bring 2 forms of ID and proof of vaccination against Covid-19 or exemption letter.*

*Park Manor of Cyfair*

*11001 Crescent Moon Dr.*

*Houston, TX 77064*

https://www.parkmanor-cyfair.com/

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

*Benefits (FT only)*

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:

* Health/Dental/Vision

* Paid Vacation

* Continuing Education

* Tuition Reimbursement

* 401(k)

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

* Flexible schedule

Schedule:

* Evening shift

License/Certification:

* Certified Medication Aide (Required)

Work Location: In person

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