Assisted Living CMA PRN

Responsibilities

• Set up and administer medications under the direction and supervision of a Charge Nurse, and to function as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA).
• Prepare, administer and document medications following accepted practices, and in accordance with regulations under the direction and supervision of a Licensed Nurse.
• Assist residents with activities of daily living including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, changing of bed linens, and positioning in and out of bed, chair, etc.
• Assist with resident recreation programs.
• Prepare residents for meals and snacks. Assist residents in eating where needed and record food intake.
• Read and follow daily care plans; perform assigned restorative and rehabilitative procedures; report changes in resident condition to Nurse in charge; document care provision on resident record/flow sheets as required and report accidents and incidents; and provide nursing functions as directed by supervisor.
• Assist in admission, transfer and discharge of residents.
• Comply with all Company policies related to safety and infection control procedures including the proper use of mechanical lifts, gait belts and personal protective back supports.
• Understand, comply with and promote all rules and regulations regarding residents’ rights; promote positive relationships with residents, visitors, and regulators, to include presenting a professional appearance.
• Attend and participate in educational activities, in-service training and staff meetings; assist in orientation and training other staff.
• Participate in Quality Improvement activities as assigned.

Qualifications

• Must adhere to the Company’s Code of Conduct and Business Ethics policy including documentation and reporting responsibilities.
• Must be certified as a Certified Medication Tech (CMT) or Certified Medication Aide (CMA) and must also be a Certified Nursing Assistant in good standing with the state.
• Related experience at a level necessary to accomplish the job.
• Must be capable of maintaining regular attendance.
• Must have ability to read, write and follow oral and written directions at a level necessary to accomplish the job.
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality regarding patient and company proprietary information.
• Must be able to relate positively and favorably to residents, families and other employees at all levels.