Med Aide (CMA)

Cantex Continuing Care Network•Round Rock, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Certified Medication Aide administers oral and topical medications to patients and residents as ordered by a physician, under the supervision of a licensed nurse, and in accordance with applicable state and federal regulations and facility policies. The role also includes routine daily tasks that support patients’ and residents’ health, comfort, and well-being. The aide is responsible for patient and resident safety, following abuse-prevention policies, and performing other duties as assigned.

Requirements

State certification as a Nursing Assistant is mandatory.
State-approved medication administration certification where required.
Ability to read, write, and speak English.

Responsibilities

Administer medications as ordered by a physician under licensed-nurse supervision and in accordance with regulations and facility policy.
Demonstrate knowledge of the five rights of medication administration.
Take and record patient or resident vital signs when assigned or required by certain medications.
Accurately record medication and treatment administration.
Observe for and report medication reactions or side effects to a licensed nurse or the appropriate shift.
Administer PRN medications in accordance with regulations and facility policy, and document the reason for and response to them in a timely manner.
Dispense narcotics when assigned and account for them under licensed- or charge-nurse supervision according to facility policy.
Secure medication carts and medication rooms in accordance with regulations and facility policy.
Attend facility education in-services.
Make observation rounds under licensed- or charge-nurse supervision when assigned.
Supervise nursing assistants or orderlies when assigned by the charge nurse.
Keep medication rooms, carts, and refrigerators clean and organized.
Remove expired medications for destruction according to facility policy and procedures.
Attend Quality Assurance meetings when requested.
Function as a team leader and role model.
Follow Cantex Continuing Care Networks Clinical Policies and Procedures for Abuse Prevention and enforce applicable responsibilities.
Assure patient and resident safety.
Perform other duties as assigned.