CMA- Certified Medication Aide

Position Overview

This position administers routine medications to residents in accordance with state regulations while also providing personal care services, assistance, and support to residents.

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Administer medications accurately and at appropriate time according to physician and resident service plan.
• Document medications administered and those not given according to regulations and policies and procedures.
• Monitor health, safety and well-being of the residents.
• Document information pertaining to changes in resident’s functional status, personal needs, appointments, vitals, etc.
• Complete incident reports and documentation on resident’s record.
• Respond to resident emergencies; provide first-aid assistance and arrange for appropriate medical attention/follow-up.
• Report concerns about residents to DON/ADON and/or Executive Director.
• Aid residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, eating, personal hygiene and mobility.
• Aid residents with oxygen and other medical problems outlined in the assistance plan.
• Aid with resident laundry, daily bed making, and serving meals, as requested.
• Identify supplies needed to perform tasks and report needs to DON.
• Encourage socialization among residents and promote activities, assisting with activities as requested.
• Chaperone activities outside the facility when requested.
• Maintain a safe, home-like, and pleasant environment for residents.
• PRACTICE SAFETY IN WORKING AROUND AND WITH EQUIPMENT, CHEMICALS, TOOLS, AND UTENSILS.
• Attend regularly scheduled staff meetings and in-services.
• Report on-the-job injuries to the supervisor before the end of the work shift on the day the injury occurs.
• Maintain confidentiality of verbal and written information pertaining to residents, facility operations and personnel.

Education, Experience And Other Requirements

• Certified Medication Aide certificate, or state required med pass certificate
• Basic First Aid Training
• High school diploma or GED
• Experience in working with older adults
• Experience in medication administration and medications
• Knowledge, skills, and abilities required:
• Promote teamwork in providing services to resident
• Nursing standards of practice for older adults
• State and Federal Guidelines for Assisted Living
• HIPAA requirements
• Ability to organize and prioritize with good attention to detail
• Safe food handling procedures

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in senior living