PRN Certified Medication Aide in COPPELL, Texas at St Joseph Village

St. Joseph Village is hiring immediately PRN Certified Medication Aides.

Salary starting at $18 hr. DOE

3 PRN positions available various hours.

6am -2pm

2pm -10pm

10pm -6am

Weekends

• PRN position – hours would be “as needed”. Typically a 1-2 days notice for additional help on a specific day. Hours can vary each time.,

• Evening and weekend help - calendars are made a month out, so you may have notice weeks in advance.

• Longer coverage needs for PRN CMA - known teammate vacations/leaves.

• No guaranteed weekly hours; however it is typical to have hours each month due to staffing needs.

• Ideal candidates could be retirees, part-time workers, or anyone looking for extra hours. And are available with short notice for days and some evening/weekend needs.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or GED

• Valid Texas Medication Aide and CNA certification

• Ability to organize workflow and document timely and accurately

• Ability to maintain a positive, stable disposition in performing work in association with staff and residents

• Ability to maintain a high level of performance in an environment of frequent demands and changes

• Ability to read, write and effectively communicate in English

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Ability to handle confidential information, use judgment and make decisions

• Ability to work independent of close and constant supervision

• Ability to work in Memory Care

• Ability to perform Essential Duties

• Genuine caring for and interest in the care of mature adults, people with disabilities and hospice patients

• Ability to perform work tasks within the Physical Demand Requirements

• Ability to comply with the Resident Bill of Rights and Employee Responsibilities

• Ability to comply with organizational and departmental safety policies and procedures

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Models a service attitude towards others, takes ownership in solving problems and takes the initiative to make things better, is friendly and courteous to residents, patients and co-workers

• Ensure resident/patient, visitor, and co-worker safety by remaining aware of and reporting any new or existing safety hazards

• Maintain good attendance record

• Prepare, administer and promptly document routine medications per state regulations

• Administer the right medication to the right resident, at the right time, right dosage and right route

• Ensures clinical observations are made prior to and after medication as indicated, i.e. obtain b/p, pulse, check edema as indicated and document results, monitor for adverse reactions

• Communicate change of condition to charge nurse that requires PRN medication prior to PRN administration

• Follow proper infection control techniques during medication administration and other resident care procedures

• Ensures an adequate amount of fluids is given with meds and supplemental feedings are given as ordered

• Assist with meal service and feeding residents as assigned or needed

• Document meal % intake and offer substitutes to residents with less than 50% consumed if applicable

• Uses equipment correctly and safely during the preparation of medications and resident care procedures

• Keep medication cart clean and locked when not being utilized

• Utilize time between medication passes efficiently

• Communicate orders to prevent running out of medication to Clinical Coordinator

• Inventory drugs to ensure meds are re-ordered and received in a timely manner

• Assist in ADL care of residents as needed

• Maintain security and count of narcotics

• Assist in the monitoring of emergency and safety equipment on the assigned unit

• Assist in the monitoring of the CNA flow sheets to ensure proper documentation guidelines and report lapses to Unit Manager

• Assist in the follow-up of quality improvement issues as indicated

• Gather D/C medications for destructions per policy and procedures, document on appropriate forms and give to Charge Nurse.

• Other duties as assigned