What are the responsibilities and job description for the CMT position at John Knox Village East & Meyer Care Center?
$$1000.00 SIGN ON BONUS
The Certified Medicine Aide assists wwitht he administration of medications under the direct supervision of a registered nurse or licensed practical nurse. Assists licensed nursing staff by performing routine nursing duties and activities of daily living.
Duties include: safely prepare, administers, and charts drugs. Follows administration protocol. Records administration of the medications on resident's record.Reports medication errors or reactions. Performs accurate pulse and blood pressure and recognizes their significance in drug therapy. Signs and has access to the controlled schedule drug cabinet. Assuring Resident Safety. Administers direct care as necessary. Gives and receives shift reports.Rounds twice a shift to assure proper care is rendered in a safe and clean environment. Keeps physicians and families aware of changes in resident's condition. Assists in developing comprehensive care plans.
Maintains self respect, personal dignity, and physical safety to each resident. Maintains accurate documentation. Responds to resident emergency call system.
This job description is not intended and should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all the responsibilities , skills, efforts or Physcial requirements/working conditions associated with this position.
Salary : $16 - $25