What are the responsibilities and job description for the CMA Double Weekends position at Grande Assisted Living of Durant LLC?
- Dispense oral, inhalation and topical medications to patients under direct supervision of a licensed nurse unless otherwise allowed by state law. • Observe patients for drug reactions and report any problems to the nurses. • Performing tasks associated with medication administration, including patient vital signs, calculate medication dosages and stock the medication cart. • Recording medication administration according to agency procedure • Assists the nurse in providing care to clients, which includes observation and reporting of client needs • Recognizes and performs tasks according to level of education and training • Accepts responsibility and accountability for own performance according to state laws and regulations.
- Performs tasks in an ethical, legal and caring manner • Performs tasks safely and effectively to assure client comfort and welfare • Respects client rights • Protects confidential client information unless otherwise required to promote client safety and welfare • Follows federal, state, and agency regulations to protect own health and that of others • Seeks guidance from the nurse as needed to perform tasks safely and efficiently