Certified Medication Aide M-F

Overview

Heritage Plaza Nursing Center in Texarkana, TX has opportunities for full-time Certified Medication Aides (CMA) to join our team. A rewarding career is waiting for you at a facility that specializes in resident care.

As the CMA, you will administer oral and topical medications to residents under the supervision of a licensed nurse, in accordance with state and federal rules and regulations, and facility policies.

• Administers medication as ordered by a physician under the supervision of a licensed nurse, in accordance with state and federal regulations and consistent with facility policy.
• Must demonstrate knowledge of the “five rights” of medication administration.
• Records the administration of medications and/or treatments appropriately.
• Observes for and reports any reactions and/or side effects of medications to a licensed nurse on the appropriate shift.
• Administers PRN medications in accordance with state and federal regulations and consistent with facility policy.

• State certification as a nurse aide is required
• State approved medication administration certification
• Complete familiarity with duties of a certified nurse aide
• Highly developed observation skills
• Excellent communication and customer service skills

We offer competitive compensation, health, dental, and vision insurance, company paid life insurance, holiday pay, paid time off, employee appreciation events and much more.