Buckner Retirement Services Community: The Stayton at Museum Way, by Buckner
Location: Fort Worth, TX - Onsite
Address: 2501 Museum Way, Fort Worth, TX 76107
Shift: 2 Days 6:00 AM - 2:00 PM; 2 Days 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Job Schedule: Full-Time
We are seeking a Certified Medication Aide to join our community committed to delivering outstanding care to our residents. As a Certified Medication Aide, you are responsible for pouring, administering and recording medications under the direct supervision and guidance of a licensed nurse that meets or exceeds Buckner quality, service, and hospitality standards. Join our team and inspire happiness in the lives of others!
What you'll do:
- Assist with the accurate implementation of the prescribed health care plan.
- Maintain compliance with Buckner policies and procedures. Maintain compliance with all regulatory requirements, state and federal laws.
- Accurately and timely administer medications to residents according to prescribed schedule.
- Accurately administer PRN medications if authorized by the charge nurse.
- Accurately and timely document all PRNs 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.
- Accurately administer and timely document regularly prescribed medications, as permitted, after personally preparing (setting up) the medications.
What you’ll bring:
- High School diploma or GED
- Minimum one-year related experience
- Completes and/or meets required training and certification requirements of Buckner and governing authorities; e.g. medication aide certificate, nursing aide certificate, CPR.
- Requires ability to use up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently and/or 10 pounds of force continuously to move objects and/or people.
- Requires ability to walk, sit and stand for prolonged periods of time; requires bending, stooping, twisting, turning, reaching, lifting, carrying, pulling, pushing, climbing, kneeling, walking, and standing 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.
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.
*The same way we treat our employees is how we treat all applicants – with respect. Buckner is an equal opportunity employer (EEO is the law). You will be treated fairly throughout our recruiting process and without regard to race, color, religion,**age,*sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status in consideration for a career at Buckner.