Certified Medication Aide Job at Paradigm Healthcare, Houston, TX

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  • Paradigm Healthcare
  • Houston, TX

Job Description

Calling all candidates who want to be part of a fun and growing team!

We are a skilled nursing facility looking for a dedicated and compassionate Certified Medication Aide to join the Paradigm at Northwest family!

Get Hired Now and Receive a Sign-On Bonus of $1,500!

Job Duties

Under the direction of a nurse, provide direct nursing care and prepare and administer oral, nasal, eye, ear, vaginal, rectal, topical, and/or other medications according to applicable state and federal regulations, facility policies and procedures, and prudent nursing judgment
Ensure that medications are administered in a timely manner and if there must be a delay, document explanations for delays as necessary
Document administration of medications and other tasks in accordance with organization policies and procedures
Follow appropriate infection control practices
Keep medication cart clean, organized, stocked, and secured as directed
Use medication cart and administer medication as directed and in accordance with organization policies and procedures
Perform resident care duties as assigned by charge nurse, including but not limited to transporting and transferring, restocking resident room, changing linen, properly positioning resident, bathing, assisting with bowel and bladder needs, assisting with dressing, assisting with eating and hydration, taking vital signs, and caring for resident as needed or directed
Deliver care to residents following their plan of care in accordance with current physicians orders, rules, regulations, and guidelines that govern the nursing care facilities under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse
Provide care in a professional/courteous manner by ensuring the resident is approached in a kind, gentle and friendly manner
Provide care in a manner that respect for the resident's dignity and privacy is consistently upheld
Have knowledge of and utilize the facilitys written policies and procedures that govern the day-to-day functions of the nursing service department
Utilize established methods for coordination and communication of nursing services with other resident services to ensure the continuity of the residents total regimen of care.
Participate in facility surveys (inspections) made by authorized government agencies as necessary or as may be directed

Benefits

Health insurance
Paid time off
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Referral program
Professional development assistance

Required Education and Experience

Must possess a current, unencumbered, active certification to practice as a Medication Aide in the State
Must possess a current, unencumbered, active certification to practice as a nursing assistant in the State
2 years experience in Long-Term Care experience preferred
Six (6) months experience as a Certified Medication Aide preferred
Strong utilization knowledge of Point Click Care preferred
Computer literacy skills (Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Office, Internet) required. Must be able to demonstrate leadership, organizational skills, and maintain a positive and professional attitude
Ability to work well under pressure, meet deadlines and handle multiple tasks simultaneously

Paradigm Healthcare was founded on the belief that by empowering each other, we can achieve more and provide better care to every patient we serve. We believe in taking a fundamental and basic human approach to our business, keeping it simple, real and to the point. We believe that by building an empowered team who knows the value they hold, we can provide an unparalleled level of care to the residents who count on us.

Job Tags

Full time, Relocation bonus,

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