Certified Medication Technician (CMT) *$3,000 Sign-on Bonus* Mid Shift

About the role

Normandy Nursing Center seeks compassionate and thoughtful individuals to join our team. We partner with a network of skilled nursing centers to support a small team environment of caring professionals.

Responsibilities

• Performs resident care responsibilities in a manner conducive to their safety and comfort
• Administers medications as ordered by a physician under the supervision of a licensed nurse
• Demonstrates knowledge of “five rights” of medication administration
• Administers and records all medication given to residents based upon their specific chart
• Notifies appropriate licensed staff when a resident complains of pain
• Takes and records vital signs of residents as assigned or as may be required by certain medications
• Records the administration of medications and/or treatments appropriately, utilizing the computer system to enter and reference resident information as needed
• Answers resident call lights, anticipates resident’s needs and makes rounds to assigned resident under the supervision of a licensed nurse or charge nurse on the shift
• Observes for and reports any reactions and/or side effects of medications to a licensed nurse on the appropriate shift
• Performs all aspects of resident care in an environment that optimizes resident safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors
• Supports and maintains a culture of safety and quality
• Administers PRN medications in accordance with state and federal regulations and consistent with facility policy
• Reports and when appropriate, records any changes observed in condition or behavior of residents and unusual incidents
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High School diploma or general equivalency is preferred
• Must pass a state-issued exam
• Required valid certification as a CMT in the state of Missouri
• Six months experience in a long-term care environment is preferred
• Candidates must maintain a working email address and phone number for employer communication
• Able to react decisively and quickly in emergency situations
• Able to communicate effectively with residents and their family members, and facility staff
• Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing
• Basic computer knowledge

Benefits

• $3,000 sign-on bonus for full-time qualifying candidates!
• Competitive Pay Based on Experience. Starting rate for this position is $18.50 / hour!
• Shift Differential Pay (at participating locations)
• Paid Time Off (PTO+) added to your balance after 30 days of employment; immediately accrue more PTO as you work! (full-time only)
• Up to 6 Observed Holidays with premium pay or leave + 1 Floating Holiday for full-time employees
• Up to $5,000 per in tuition/education reimbursement per calendar year for approved program of study
• Take home up to 75% of your net earned wages at the end of every shift
• 401(k) Retirement plan with company-matched contributions after 1 year of employment
• Medical (Teledoc Included), Dental, Vision, Life and other voluntary Insurances for full-time employees
• Have fun with contests and employee appreciation events every month