Certified Medication Aide

Tulsa, Oklahoma

Salary Details: $15.50 an hour

Covenant Living Communities and Services
Covenant Living Communities and Services
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The Certified Medication Aide is responsible to pass medication (under direction of Nurse Manager) and to provide direct, stand by assist to residents to ensure residents attain or maintain the highest possible physical, mental and emotional well-being possible for each resident.

Under the supervision of the Nurse, passes medication and provides treatments according to physician's orders and in accordance with facility policy.
Provides, completes and documents as assigned timely and accurately.
Reports changes in resident's condition immediately to the Nurse.
Follows safety policies in performing nursing care.
Attends and participates in facility meetings and in-service training programs.
Practices good infection control techniques in all aspects of resident care.
Observes residents' rights including, but not limited to, privacy, dignity, etc.
Safeguards the resident's privacy and property.
Participates in the orientation of new or temporary staff to the unit to assure continuity in the delivery of resident care.
Promotes positive public relations with residents, family members and guests.
Provides restorative care to residents as assigned by the Nurse or as indicated in the overall plan of care.
Assists with admissions, discharges, and transfers.

The Certified Medication Aides must have completed an approved training program and passed competency examinations in clinical skills and written knowledge to obtain certification as both a Certified Nursing Assistant (C.N.A.) and Certified Medication Aide (CMA).

Demonstrate the ability to set and establish priorities
Manages time efficiently
Frequently required to carry objects including charts and equipment up to 30 pounds. May occasionally be called to carry equipment up to 50 pounds.
Frequently required to perform standing, sitting, twisting, bending, squatting, kneeling or crouching when assisting others. Walking most of an eight hour shift.
Must be able to speak, read and write the English language in an understandable manner.
Must work well independently and with others.
Must be able to give clear and concise direction to staff and others.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Per diem, PRN

Pay: From $15.50 per hour

Benefits:
401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Day shift
Evening shift
Monday to Friday
Morning shift
Night shift
Overnight shift
Weekends as needed

License/Certification:
Certified Medication Aide (Required)

Work Location: In person
Date Posted: 21 May 2024
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