Certified Medication Aide (CMA) - Assisted Living, Full Time

Buckner Retirement Services Community: Ventana by Buckner Location: Dallas, TX - Onsite
Address: 8301 N Central Expy, Dallas, TX 75225 Shift:  6:00 AM - 2:00 PM, 4 days on, 2 days off rotation
Job Schedule: Full Time

We are seeking a Certified Medication Aide (CMA) to join our community committed to delivering outstanding care to our residents. As a CMA, you will play an important role in medication administration, fostering meaningful connections with residents, and championing their overall well-being. Join our team and inspire happiness in the lives of others!

What you’ll do:

• Assist with the implementation of the prescribed health care plan.
• Administer medications to residents according to prescribed schedule.
• Administer PRN medications if authorized by the charge nurse.
• Document all medication administration according to state standards in all areas of the chart.
• Observe and report to supervisor any reactions and side effects of medication administered.
• Take and record vital signs of residents, as required, prior to administration of medications which could affect or change the vital signs.
• See that the medication room, med cart and refrigerator are kept clean and orderly at all times.
• Complete incident reports on all medication errors, accidents, or any other unusual event, on residents, visitors or employees.
• Restock med cart with ample supplies; check expiration dates on all medication.
• Complete narcotic count at beginning and end of shift.

What you’ll bring:

• • High School diploma or GED.
  • Current Texas Medication Aide Certification.
  • Current CPR Certification.
  • Minimum one-year related experience preferred, or appropriate formal education or Buckner training.
  • Working knowledge of basic health care practices and procedures, including infection control.
  • A friendly attitude and a servant’s heart.

 

The above description reflects the details considered necessary to describe the essential functions of the job and should not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be performed in the job.

About Buckner Retirement Services:

Buckner Retirement Services comprises a network of senior living communities across Texas. As a not-for-profit, faith-based organization with over 60 years of experience, we're dedicated to providing exceptional care. Recognized as a Great Place to Work at all our locations, we offer rewarding opportunities for those passionate about working with seniors. If you're seeking a career in the senior living field, consider joining us at Buckner, where our purpose sets us apart. Buckner is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

 

• Obtain necessary supplies from storage areas in adequate time for meal production.
• Cook breakfast, and/or lunch, and/or dinner meals that are nourishing, palatable and appetizing in appearance using standard recipes.
•  Monitor quality of food items during production for taste, smell, appearance, and temperature.
• Prepare meals in a cost effective and efficient manner; utilize food items and equipment in a safe, efficient, and effective manner.
• Obtain approval from supervisor on all food substitutions.
• Maintain meal count and documentation records in accordance with standards as required. Monitor for overproduction and recommend effective and appropriate utilization of leftovers.
• Maintain food inventories and complete requisition forms.

 What you’ll bring:

• High School diploma or GED
• Minimum one-year related experience
• Requires knowledge of and ability to learn food serving, cleanliness and sanitation requirements.
• Requires ability to use up to 100 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently and/or 20 pounds continuously to move food service and preparation equipment and other objects.
• Requires ability to walk and stand for prolonged periods of time; ability to turn, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, push, pull, stand and walk over 75% of shift.

 The above description reflects the details considered necessary to describe the essential functions of the job and should not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be performed in the job. 

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