Advanced Certified Medication Aide

Location
Claremore, OK

Start Date
ASAP

Type
Multiple Shifts Available

Job ID
24181944JD

Shift

Job Description

Health Advocates Network is currently seeking a Advanced Certified Medication Aide to work at a facility in Claremore, OK. These are registry positions with our company.



Pay Rate: $22 / hour

Shifts Available:




  • night shift

  • 11p-730a


Job Responsibilities:


  • Provide patient care under direction of nursing staff

  • Record patient information such as vital signs, weight and changes in medical history

  • Update and maintain all client records

  • Assist nurse in maintaining medical inventory

  • Administer prescribed medications to patients

  • Sterilize and prepare medical tools and equipment

  • Maintain a clean and healthy environment




Minimum Qualifications:


  • At least one year (12 months) of previous working experience as a Certified Medical Assistant

  • Must have these additional certifications:  NG tube, Respiratory and Nebulizer Med Aide Advancement

  • Must have up to date certification in the state of OK

  • CPR card issued by the American Heart Association

  • Ability to build rapport with patients

  • Compassionate and caring demeanor

  • Familiarity with medical terminology

  • Have knowledge of the English language in order to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; of public health services available to the community; of record keeping; of the techniques of interviewing, of basic nursing practices and techniques; of basic methods of sanitation and personal hygiene; of medical terminology; and of planning and organizing work assignments.

  • Ability is required to record observations and activities, to follow oral and written directions; to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; to apply basic nursing techniques; to monitor and direct the work of others; and to judge a situation accurately and adopt an effective course of action.

  • Have three years of experience in providing patient care; current certification in good standing by the Oklahoma Department of Health as a (CNA) Certified Nursing Aide and certification as a (CMA-A) Certified Medication Aide Advanced by the Oklahoma State Department of Health


Typical Functions:

The functions performed in this job family will vary by level, unit and organization, but may include the following:

  • Performs direct nursing tasks including taking vital signs, assisting with activities of daily living and hygiene needs, and obtaining certain lab specimens.

  • Charts observations and activities, reporting pertinent changes in the patient's condition.

  • Performs delegated or other specialized functions as educationally prepared.

  • Escorts patients to and from various destinations.

  • Assists in maintaining and providing a clean, safe environment.

  • Orders, receives and stores supplies and performs basic clerical functions.

  • Participates in follow-up activities and tracking clients, schedules appointments and performs other related tasks.

  • Provides case finding and recruitment of at-risk persons for comprehensive health services.




If interested, please apply through this job post. You may send a copy of your most recent resume. If you have any questions, please feel free to call at (800) 928-5561 and ask to speak with Nancy Monday-Friday (08:30 AM - 05:00 PM PST).





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