Certified Medication Aide / Patient Care Assistant | $20.00-$25.00/Hr

Title: Certified Medication Aide / Patient Care Assistant Duration: 6 12 months Location: Hominy, OK Work Schedule: Monday Friday, 10:00 AM 6:00 PM Cover Letter: The cover letter should address the assignment scope and explain why the candidate is the best fit for the position. Additional Information Insulin certification is preferred but not required. All three levels are acceptable, provided candidates meet the minimum qualifications. Current certification in good standing from the Oklahoma State Department of Health as a Certified Medication Aide (CMA) is required for all levels of the Patient Care Assistant job family. Job Description Positions in this job family are responsible for providing direct and indirect non-professional nursing care or outreach services in a correctional facility medical clinic under nursing or medical supervision. Duties include taking vital signs, obtaining laboratory specimens, charting, escorting patients, assisting with activities of daily living, and ordering and receiving supplies. Typical Functions Performs direct nursing tasks, including taking vital signs, assisting with activities of daily living and hygiene needs, and obtaining certain laboratory specimens. Charts observations and activities, reporting pertinent changes in the patient's condition. Performs delegated or other specialized functions according to educational preparation. 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 client tracking, schedules appointments, and performs related tasks. Provides case finding and recruits at-risk individuals for comprehensive health services. Level Descriptor This is the career level of the job family, where employees perform a full range of patient care duties or services under nursing or medical direction. Responsibilities include taking vital signs, obtaining laboratory specimens, assisting with activities of daily living, observing and charting patient information, and reporting appropriate information to supervisors. Duties may also include providing various outreach services to clients within the community. Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Knowledge of the English language to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Knowledge of public health services available to the community. Knowledge of record keeping and interviewing techniques. Knowledge of basic nursing practices and techniques. Knowledge of basic sanitation and personal hygiene methods. Knowledge of medical terminology. Ability to record observations and activities accurately. Ability to follow oral and written directions. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. Ability to apply basic nursing techniques. Training Requirements All healthcare staff must complete the required online training before reporting to the facility. Training time is non-billable. The training consists of 16 modules, and registration information will be provided to awarded suppliers. Documentation of completed training must be provided to the facility Nurse Manager before the temporary healthcare personnel begin their assignment. Education And Experience At least one year of experience providing patient care. Current Certified Medication Aide (CMA) certification in good standing from the Oklahoma State Department of Health is required. Special Requirements Current CMA certification in good standing from the Oklahoma State Department of Health is mandatory for all levels of the Patient Care Assistant job family. Preferred Qualifications Current certification in good standing from the Oklahoma State Department of Health for glucose monitoring. Current certification in good standing for insulin administration. Primary Skills: Certified Medication Aide (CMA), Patient Care, Vital Signs Monitoring, Medication Administration, Patient Care Documentation Secondary Skills: Glucose Monitoring, Insulin Administration, Laboratory Specimen Collection, Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), Medical Terminology, Record Keeping, Infection Control, Patient Safety