Trained Medication Assistant, TMA

About the role

This is an every other weekend (+1 Weekday) position but we are able to add some additional shifts as a CNA to increase hours.

Responsibilities

• Administers medications to patients/residents under the direction of a licensed nurse.
• Documents all medications provided, including correct medication, correct dosage and correct time given to correct residents.
• Immediately notifies nurse of any medication errors or refusals by resident to take medication.
• Maintains and controls all medications by always keeping medications secure and safe.
• Follows all state and federal guidelines as it relates to administering, dispensing, storage and disposal of all medications.
• Responds to resident call lights and requests and notifies nurse of any resident care needs or changes in condition.
• Observes and reports any unsafe conditions and/or equipment malfunction to management.
• Performs all Certified Nursing Assistant functions as required (i.e. feeding, lift and transfer, ADL’s, etc.).
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years old or older
• Certified Nursing Assistant (currently on NAR Registry in good standing) and successful completion of Trained Medication Assistant course
• Minimum 1000 working hours as a Certified Nursing Assistant
• Able to communicate effectively in both written and verbal formats
• Able to follow all safety rules, regulations, policies and procedures of the facility including but not limited to: Vulnerable Adult and Abuse Policy, HIPAA, Resident’s Bill of Rights, Universal Precaution, AWAIR, OSHA, Right to know, SDS, ADA, HUD Policy and Procedures, Fair Housing laws and regulations
• Basic mathematical skills for counting, distributing, and documenting medications provided

Skills

• Effective communication skills
• Safety awareness and adherence to facility policies

Benefits

Ecumen offers a benefits package based on the number of hours you are regularly scheduled to work including paid time off for Sick & Safe time, an Employee Assistance Program, other well-being resources.

Pay

The targeted pay range for this job is $23.11- $26.65 per hour.

Schedule

This is an every other weekend (+1 Weekday) position but we are able to add some additional shifts as a CNA to increase hours.