Certified Medication Aide (CMA)

Overview

We are looking for skilled, compassionate Certified Medication Aide (CMA) who desire a career that matters in a community that values their expertise. At Otterbein, you are not an “employee.” You are a partner in caring because we are all partners working together for a goal. We believe in person-centered care that honors the residents and the choices they make.

Primary Duties And Responsibilities

• Assist residents with preparing and administering medications ordered by the physician
• Administers prescribed, routine medications and treatments as defined by state regulations in accordance with company policies and procedures
• Observes residents for adverse reactions to medications and reports any concerns to the supervising nurse
• Takes and records vital signs prior to administration of medications which could affect or change vital signs
• Immediately documents the administration of medication in the resident’s record
• Administers PRN medications following nurse assessment and delegation
• Communicates all deviations in the delegated medication administration to the nurse
• Affords care to residents, which includes observation and reporting of resident needs
• Prepares and stores medications in accordance with instructions of the manufacturer or pharmacist
• Maintains neat, clean, and orderly medication room(s) and medication cart(s)
• Follows federal, state, and company regulations to protect own health and that of others
• Immediately reports all resident and workplace incidents to supervisor
• Sets forth guidance from the nurse as needed to perform tasks safely and efficiently
• Provides personal care services of residents and assistance in all activities of daily living as needed
• Answers medical alert calls in a prompt and polite manner
• Attends initial training, in-service training sessions, and staff conferences upon request
• Respects residents’ rights
• Performs tasks in an ethical, legal, and caring manner
• Protects confidential resident information
• Wears badge at all times with the title “Certified Medication Aide”

Experience & Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or GED equivalent required
• Certification: Current Medication Aide Certification issued by the Ohio Board of Nursing
• Licensure: Ohio active CMA certification, CPR and active Certified Nursing Assistant -CNA/STNA certification
• Experience: At least 12 months of direct care as a Certified Nursing Assistant - CNA/STNA practice desired; long term care experience preferred