Certified Medication Aide

About the role

The Certified Medication Assistant (CMA) / Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) plays a crucial role in ensuring the safety and well-being of residents. This dual-certified position involves assisting with medication administration and providing hands-on care for activities of daily living.

Responsibilities

• Assist with medication administration and provide treatments under the supervision of a nurse.
• Maintain resident rooms in a clean and orderly manner through light housekeeping tasks.
• Provide direct care and support for activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, toileting, grooming, mobility, and feeding.
• Attend and participate in facility meetings and in-service training programs.
• Practice good infection control techniques and observe residents for changes in condition, behavior, or functional status.
• Prepare residents for meals, assist with serving meals, and feed residents as needed.
• Ensure residents' privacy and property are safeguarded.
• Assist with admissions, discharges, and transfers as directed.
• Communicate clearly and concisely with staff and residents.
• Document medication administration and patient responses accurately.
• Participate in the orientation of new or temporary staff.
• Promote positive public relations with residents, family members, and guests.
• Perform restorative care as assigned by the Nurse or as part of the overall plan of care.
• Operate various equipment safely and efficiently.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Preferred: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) and Certified Medication Aide (CMA)
• CPR certification
• Experience: 0-1 years
• Knowledge: Various medications, privacy regulations, record-keeping, communication, infection control, and resident care
• Physical Requirements: Standing, sitting, reaching, stooping, kneeling, lifting up to 100 lbs, operating various equipment, hearing, vision, and manual dexterity

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Preferred: Certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) and Certified Medication Aide (CMA)
• Experience: 0-1 years
• Skills: Effective communication, knowledge of medications, privacy regulations, record-keeping, infection control, and resident care
• Physical Abilities: Standing, sitting, reaching, stooping, kneeling, lifting up to 100 lbs, operating various equipment, hearing, vision, and manual dexterity

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employer-paid group term life and disability insurance
• Paid time off (PTO) and six paid holidays
• 403(b) with a 3% employer match
• Fitness center use at most facilities
• Voluntary benefits: Life, AD&D, tuition assistance, scholarships, employee assistance program, legal services, home/auto insurance, discount purchasing program, pet insurance

Pay

The pay range for this position is $19.13 - $25.43 per hour. The actual pay may vary based on job-related qualifications, experience, skills, education, geographic location, and consideration of internal and external equity.