Certified Medication Aide

Description

Are you looking for a work environment where diversity and inclusion thrive? Submit your application with Blue Skies today and find out what it truly means to be a part of a team.

We are committed to providing our team with the support they need!. Some of our unique benefits we offer are:

• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• A generous PTO program
• Retirement plans

We are seeking a Certified Medication Aide for our Skilled Nursing Department at The Mission to ensure that we continue to provide all patients with high quality, efficient care. We are an amazing team that works hard to support each other and are seeking a phenomenal addition like you who feels patient care is as meaningful as we do. We want you to apply now!

 As a Certified Medication Aide (CMA) Under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse, provides prescribed medications to residents in a licensed nursing facility.  Ensures doctor and resident Care Plan orders are followed and that prescribed medications are given as specified and that appropriate records are maintained.  Explains medications to residents and observes that medications are taken properly. Performs various personal care activities and supportive professional services to meet the needs of residents in accomplishing activities of daily living to include: personal grooming, oral care, personal hygiene, providing nourishments, taking and recording vital signs, incontinent care, etc. Reports unusual conditions, such as changes in resident behavior or appearance, to supervisor. Maintains documentation of nurse aide duties every shift via the electronic record.

What you will do in this role:

• Administers medications to residents as prescribed by the treating physician and records information regarding same.
• Safeguards medications.
• Adheres to all Texas Department of Aging and Disability Services criteria in the performance of duties.
• Responds to signals from the nurse call system (bells, lights, etc.) to determine resident needs.
• Complies with doctor’s orders as directed within scope of responsibilities to include turning resident, applying/releasing restraints, and measuring and recording intake and output.
• Practices proper infection control procedures.
• Performs Nursing Assistant duties as required.
• Observes resident to determine any adverse reaction or side effects attributable to medications administered and promptly reports any adverse reactions/side effects in a resident’s condition to the Charge Nurse.
• Notifies the Charge Nurse of residents who keep medications in their rooms.
• Takes and records vital signs.
• Must be willing to participate in continuing education programs and possess the necessary Continuing Education Units in order to meet and maintain certification requirements.
• Attends in-service sessions, continuing education sessions, etc., as required.
• Other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Required: Must be currently certified and possess a CMA permit issued by the Texas Department of Human Services
• Required: High school diploma or equivalent, Demonstrate competence in the tasks performed by a Certified Medication Aide (CMA). 
• Preferred: At least one year of long-term care experience is desirable, either as a Certified Nurse Aide or CMA.  Being bilingual (Spanish) is a plus, but not required. 
• Must be able to operate various types of equipment (lifts, mechanical/electrical beds, bathtubs, wheelchairs, etc.) while providing resident personal care.

In 1970, the first of our two campuses opened in San Antonio. Air Force Village I was followed in 1987 by Air Force Village II. For decades, our campuses created a community for officers of the armed forces - a retirement lifestyle rich with camaraderie and the shared common bond. We began by providing support to the widows of those who have served, and that legacy continues. In 2014, we expanded our eligibility to embrace a wider range of retired seniors, including those from civilian careers. With this change, a new name - Blue Skies of Texas - was added, and the campuses were renamed Blue Skies East and Blue Skies West. Continuing to offer modern residences and a range of senior-focused services and amenities, the Air Force Village legacy we cherish carries forward in Blue Skies of Texas.

If you find this opportunity compelling, we encourage you to apply. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be directly contacted by a member of our team. We are actively interviewing so apply today!