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Lake Village Nursing and Rehabilitation

CMA (FT/PRN) 12 hour shifts rotating schedule

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What they do

A Medication Aide or Technician provides medication to patients in long-term care and skilled nursing facilities. This role provides one pathway into licensed nursing training. May help measure and record vital signs, and assist in activities of daily living (ADLS).

$32,684 / year median in Texas

+13% projected growth

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Job Description

CMA (FT/PRN) 12 hour shifts rotating schedule Lake Village Nursing and Rehabilitation Lewisville, TX Job Details PRN From $19 an hour 7 hours ago Benefits 401(k) 401(k) matching Employee discount Qualifications Vital signs BLS Certification High school diploma or GED Certified Medication Aide EMR systems Full Job Description SUMMARY Administers prescribed medications to residents and maintains related medical records under supervision of Director of Nursing by performing the following duties.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Administers prescribed medications and treatments as defined by state regulations in accordance with company policy and procedure. Verifies identity of resident receiving medication and records name of drug, dosage, and time of administration on resident's chart. Presents medication to resident and observes ingestion or other application, or administers medication. Takes vital signs or observes resident to detect response to specified types of medications and prepares report or notifies designated personnel of unexpected reactions. Reports to charge nurse and documents reasons prescribed drugs are not administered. Receives supply of ordered medications for administration to resident. Records and restocks medication inventories. Counts narcotics at the beginning and end of shift and records on appropriate forms. Notifies Director of Nurses immediately of any discrepancies. Gives and/or assist in direct resident care such as bathing, dressing, and feeding residents, and assisting in examinations and treatments as applicable. Assist Nurse Aides during meal times with tray passing, picking up trays and feeding as applicable. Responds to call lights in a timely manner. Monitors for effectiveness of PRN medications and reports and documents outcomes to Charge Nurse. Provide assistance to charge nurses with the cleanliness of the nursing station, medication room and supply room. Reports to DON/Administrator incidents/accidents, and alleged abuse incidences. Understands and adheres to the guidelines of "Residents Rights". Attends periodic in-services and staff meetings. It is a rotating schedule. 12 hour shift Lake Village does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, national origin, disability, age, ancestry, physical or mental disability, gender or creed. Lake Village is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practice.
Pay:
From $19.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Employee discount
Education:
High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
EMR systems: 1 year (Preferred) Vital signs: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
BLS Certification (Preferred) Certified Medication Aide (Required) Ability to
Relocate:
Lewisville, TX 75057: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location:
In person