Job Description:

The Vistas at Bettendorf is looking for qualified Certified Nurse Aide with the Medication Aide certification for 1st Shift (6a-2:30p), 2nd shift (2:00pm-10:30pm), Full-Time, Part-Time. Become a part of our facilities compassionate care-giving team. We are looking for Aides with solid skills; the desire to learn and grow; a compassionate and caring attitude; decisions based on integrity; A service orientated mindset; who enjoy working in healthcare. In return, we strive to create a balanced work environment, competitive pay and benefits and opportunities for growth. We offer shift differentials as well as pick-up bonuses and overtime hours are also available. 

**** Please note: Med Manager certification (from Assisted Livings) does not qualify for this position.****

Responsibilities:

• Administers or assists with self-administration of medication and treatments as prescribed by the health care provider
• Observes resident’s response to existing treatment plan, is aware of prominent medication interactions and side effects
• Monitor and record vital signs, including blood pressure, temperature, pulse rate, and respiration rate
• Document information pertaining to changes in residents’ functional status, personal needs, appointments
• Encourage socialization among residents and promote activities, assisting with activities as requested
• Maintain a safe, home-like, and pleasant environment for residents
• Maintain a clean and organized patient environment, including changing bed linens and tidying patient rooms
• Observe and report any changes in patient condition or behavior to the nursing staff
• Maintain confidentiality of verbal and written information pertaining to residents, facility operations and personnel
• Document patient care activities accurately and in a timely manner
• Practice safety in working around and with equipment, chemicals, tools, and utensils
• Other duties as assigned 

Requirements/Qualifications:

• Must be a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) and have a Certified Medication Aide (CMA) Certificate, having successfully completed a state approved training program and any necessary examination(s) in accordance with laws of the State of Iowa.
• Prefer prior experience as a CNA/CMA for at least 1 year

• Education

  Entry Level (1-2 years)

• Experience

  High School Diploma/GED

Benefits/Perks:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Hiring new graduate Certified Nursing Assistants
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid CPR Training
• Shift differential
• Pick up shift bonus
• Referral bonus program
• Paid online training
• Paid Time Off (PTO) for Full-Time and Part-Time employees

Location:

Bettendorf, IA

JOB CODE: 121937