Certified Medication Aide (CMA) - Double Weekends

Cypress Pointe Health & Wellness • Houston, TX

23h

About The Position

The Certified Medication Aide (CMA) supports the community by ensuring residents receive appropriate care and medications accurately as ordered by a physician or physician extender. The role follows established nursing and medication aide practice standards, state and federal requirements, and community guidelines for medication administration. The CMA may also perform Certified Nurse Aide duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Certified Medication Aide certification in the State of Texas.
• Reliable transportation.

Nice To Haves

• CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Obtain report from the licensed nurse or CMA being relieved and record sufficient information to implement accurate changes to medication orders.
• Administer medications accurately and on time, ensuring the correct resident, medication, dose, route, and time.
• Observe residents for effectiveness of drug therapy and adverse effects, and report findings immediately to a licensed nurse.
• Document resident care related to medication administration and monitoring, and report observed adverse effects or changes in condition to a licensed nurse.
• Notify a licensed nurse of changes in residents’ conditions, medication errors, unavailable medications, and other observations.
• Perform Certified Nurse Aide duties as assigned.
• Follow comprehensive care plans related to medication administration and residents’ assessed needs.
• Participate in community education programs.
• Respond promptly to residents’ calls for assistance.
• Verify narcotic counts, check the emergency kit, and exchange keys.
• Obtain required in-service hours.
• Observe infection control procedures.
• Store medications accurately and appropriately, monitor expiration dates, and follow the process for medication destruction.
• Perform other related duties as directed by the supervisor.

Benefits

• Very competitive pay.
• Generous paid time off and holidays.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Company-paid life insurance and LTD/AD&D insurance.
• Short-term disability.
• Supplemental insurance options, including hospital indemnity, cancer policies, and legal plans.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED