St. James House is accepting applications for Certified Medication Aides. We have openings for 630am - 230pm and 230pm - 1030pm, rotating shifts.

Must be currently certified by the Texas Medication Aide Registry.

POSITION SUMMARY:

• Cooperates with all other departments that impact the functioning of the unit
• Provides leadership in conjunction with nursing assistants, including in participation in standard setting and maintenance of care standards
• Provides intermittent care and may be required to cover vacant positions when necessary.
• Participates in education and development of all nursing staff.
• Acts as a clinical resource for all nursing units.
• Assist the nurse with medication administration.
• Assists the residents in performing activities of daily living, provides a clean and safe living environment.
• Gathers data on the residents physical and emotional state, and reports observations to the charge nurse.

TASK PERFORMED:

Knows and implements facility policies and procedures.

• Assist in the training and orientation of new staff members.
• Maintains confidentiality at all times in all matters pertaining to resident and staff issues.
• Offers regular feedback, guidance and support to staff in accordance with unit policy.
• Administers medications to residents and re-orders medications as needed.

Checks MARs are correct with physician’s orders and properly transcribed on MARs.

• Answers call lights and assist residents with ADLs/ needs.
• Provides stimulation and meaningful activities for residents.
• Answers the telephone, assist nurse with clerical duties.
• Schedules appointments and transportation for residents.
• Assist nurse with management and delivery of care within the units.
• Assist nurse with the transfer of residents per policy.
• Assist with standard of setting ,protocols and quality assurance programs
• Assist with the process of clinical and record audits.
• Assist in preventing spread of infection by using universal precautions
• Assist in the provision of a safe and clean environment