Certified Medication Assistant
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Job overview
CoreCivic is hiring a Certified Medication Assistant. CoreCivic is seeking Certified Medication Assistants to provide high-quality care in an institutional setting. The role involves administering medication to inmates/residents under supervision, monitoring and reporting vital signs, and preparing patients for various medical procedures. Additionally, the assistant will help nurses with reports, filing, alphabetizing, and labeling.
Key focus areas include Administer medication to inmates/residents under direct supervision, Obtain, monitor, record and report vital signs and patient's condition, and Prepare patients for physical exams, procedures and treatments.
Successful candidates bring High School Diploma, GED Or Equivalent, Current Certification From Approved Formal Nursing Assistant Program Or Equivalent, and CPR Certified. Important skills include Administer Medication, Monitor Vital Signs, Record Vital Signs, Report Vital Signs, Prepare Patients For Physical Exams, and Prepare Patients For Procedures.
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$20.00 / hour
At CoreCivic, we do more than manage inmates, we care for people. CoreCivic is currently seeking Certified Medication Assistants who have a passion for providing the highest quality care in an institutional setting.
The incumbent should be able to perform all of the following functions at a pace and level of performance consistent with the job performance requirements
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Administer medication to inmates/residents under the direct supervision of the Health Services Administrator.
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Obtain, monitor, record and report vital signs and patient's condition as needed.
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Prepare patients for physical exams, procedures and treatments.
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Assist nurse/physician with physical exams, procedures and treatments.
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Assist nurse with preparing and maintaining a variety of reports and logs; to include filing, alphabetizing and labeling.
Qualifications:
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High school diploma, GED certification or equivalent or greater.
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Must possess a current certification from an approved formal nursing assistant program or equivalent program with written consent from corporate Director, Health Services and be CPR certified.
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Must possess appropriate certification or licensing in the state where practice occurs.
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A valid driver's license is required.
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Minimum age requirement: Must be at least 21 years of age.
CoreCivic is a Drug-Free Workplace & EOE including Disability/Veteran.
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