Certified Med Aide; CMA- Ashford Gardens

Job Details

Location:

Skilled Nursing at Ashford Gardens - Houston, TX 77076
Position Type:
Full Time
Job Category:
Nursing Assistant & Medication Aide

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. The position also requires routine daily tasks for maintaining the health, comfort, and well‑being of patients/residents.

• Competitive pay
• Comprehensive health plan options, dental plan options, and vision coverage
• Additional supplemental benefits (life insurance, disability, accident, etc.)
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous paid time off (Vacation/Sick/Holiday) for full‑time positions
• Career growth and advancement opportunities
• A company culture committed to compassionate care
• Complementary uniforms and other perks and benefits

• State certification as a Nursing Assistant mandatory.
• State approved medication administration certification (where required).
• Ability to read, write, and speak the English language.

• Administers medications ordered by a physician under the supervision of a licensed nurse, in accordance with state and federal regulations and facility policy.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the "five rights" of medication administration.
• May take and record vital signs of patients/residents as assigned or required by certain medications.
• Records the administration of medications and/or treatments appropriately.
• Observes for and reports medication reactions or side effects to a licensed nurse or appropriate shift supervisor.
• Administers PRN medications according to state and federal regulations and facility policy.
• Documents reasons for and responses 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.
• Secures medication carts/medication rooms per state and federal regulations and facility policy.
• Attends facility education in‑services.
• 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.
• Ensures medication room, med carts and medication refrigerators are clean and well organized.
• Ensures expired medications are removed for destruction per policy and procedures.
• Attends Quality Assurance meetings as requested.
• Functions 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 ensuring patient/resident safety.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and offer an excellent benefits plan including 401(k) with match, CEU reimbursement, vacation, sick, holidays, medical, dental, and supplemental insurance plans, as well as a highly competitive compensation package.