Certified Medication Aide (CMA)
Company: Nexion Health Management
Location: Garland
Posted on: May 12, 2022
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Job Description:
This position is located in Garland, Texas and is cross posted
in multiple areas.: Starting Pay: $15 - $16.50: Shifts Available:
2p-10p: Nexion affiliates operate 53 skilled nursing and
rehabilitation as well as assisted living facilities in Colorado,
Louisiana, Mississippi and Texas. Each of our affiliate skilled
nursing and assisted living campuses offers a home-like setting
influenced by their own unique regional cultures. Our commitment to
excellence is reflected in our positive clinical outcomes, resident
and family member testimonials, satisfaction reports and AHCA
Quality Awards.: Summary of our CMAs CMA is to administer oral and
topical medications to residents. These tasks are performed as
ordered by a physician, under the supervision of a licensed nurse,
in accordance with state and federal rules and regulations, and
consistent with facility policies. Job Requirements: * State
certification as a nursing assistant is required * State approved
medication administration certification * High school diploma or
equivalent is required * Complete familiarity with duties of a
certified nursing assistant * Highly developed observation skills *
Effective communication and interpersonal skills needed * Ability
to read medication labels etc. CMA Essential Duties and
Responsibilities: * Answering call lights promptly to determine
resident needs * Providing the required support to assist residents
with their activities of daily living * Taking/recording vital
signs, such as temperature blood-pressure as directed by medical or
nursing staff * Makes routine rounds on assigned residents in
accordance with established procedures. * Promptly communicates any
significant changes in behavior or condition to supervisor. *
Participates in specific committees or work teams (e.g. QAPI,
Staffing) as requested. We're pleased to offer our CMAs: *
Excellent benefits package * Competitive wages * Opportunity to
make a difference in the community EOE M/F/D/V
Keywords: Nexion Health Management, Garland , Certified Medication Aide (CMA), Other , Garland, Texas
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