CERTIFIED MED AIDE (CMA) (23356)

Shift available: 2 PM – 10 PM

What We Offer You

• Competitive pay
• Comprehensive health plan options, dental plan options, and vision coverage
• Additional supplemental benefits (life insurance, disability, accident, etc.)
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous paid time off (Vacation/Sick/Holiday) for full-time positions
• Career growth and advancement opportunities
• A company culture committed to compassionate care
• Complementary uniforms and other perks and benefits

About the Role

The Certified Medication Aide administers oral and topical medications to patients/residents as ordered by a physician, under the supervision of a licensed nurse, and in accordance with state and federal rules and regulations. This role also performs routine daily tasks required in maintaining the health, comfort, and well-being of patients/residents.

Qualifications

• State certification as a Nursing Assistant (mandatory)
• State-approved medication administration certification (where required)
• Ability to read, write, and speak English

Responsibilities

• Administers medications as ordered by a physician under the supervision of a licensed nurse, following state, federal, and facility policies
• Demonstrates knowledge of the "five rights" of medication administration
• Takes and records vital signs as assigned or required by certain medications
• Records the administration of medications and/or treatments appropriately
• Observes and reports any reactions and/or side effects of medications to a licensed nurse
• Administers PRN medications in accordance with regulations and documents reason and response in a timely manner
• Dispenses narcotics and accounts for them under supervision per facility policy
• Properly secures medication carts and rooms per regulations and facility policy
• Attends facility education in-services and Quality Assurance meetings as requested
• Makes observation rounds under the supervision of a licensed nurse
• May supervise nursing assistants/orderlies as assigned by the charge nurse
• Ensures medication rooms, carts, and refrigerators are clean and well-organized
• Removes expired medications for destruction per facility policy
• Acts as a Team Leader/Role Model and enforces abuse prevention policies
• Assures patient/resident safety
• Performs other duties as assigned