Certified Medication Aide (CMA)

Are you a person who believes in providing great care? Do you believe in having a positive impact on other people's lives? Are you a team-player, quick-thinker, and ready to be a part of an organization that supports your growth?

WHAT WE'RE ABOUT

We believe care goes beyond a medical chart. With kindness and integrity as our guide, we strive for excellence in every interaction.

Requirements

You care.

CMA Perks : Generous Bonuses

Growth Opportunities - DOUBLE your salary

Health Benefits

BASIC FUNCTIONS

The primary responsibility of your job position is to

assist

in the administration

of medications to residents as ordered by the attending physician, under the direction of the attending physician, the nurse supervisor or charge nurse,

and / or

the Director of Nursing Services.

The administration of medications will follow current federal, state and local standards, guidelines and regulations that govern long term care and assisted living facilities.

You are delegated the administrative authority, responsibility, and accountability necessary for ca

rrying out your assigned duties.

PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Report errors in the administration of medications.

Perform administrative requirements, such as completing necessary forms, charts, reports, etc.

Accurately and safely prepare, administer, and document oral and / or topical medications.

Verify that any medications brought into the facility are examined and

identified

Assist

with medication charting.

Ensure that all medications are properly labeled.

Assist

in documenting and removing medications that are

discontinued

Ensure that medication is returned and reordered.

Accurately measure, record, and report vital signs of residents.

Observe and verify that medication is ingested or applied as directed.

Ensure that no medication is administered without a written, signed, and dated order.

Follow established guidelines concerning the storage of drugs and biologicals.

Participate in the development and implementation of the resident's comprehensive

assessment

as necessary.

Be familiar with the meaning and usage of common medical abbreviations, symbols, and terms

relative

to the administration of medications.

Perform all other duties, as assigned.

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE / JOB TRAINING

Must

possess

, as a minimum, a

high school diploma.

Must be a licensed Certified Medication Aide

hav

ing

successfully completed a state approved training program and any necessary examination(s)

in accordance with

laws

of this State.

Experience

inimum

of 6 months practicing as a Certified Nursing Assistant

Specific Requirement

Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

Must

demonstrate

the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care

appropriate to

the age-related needs of the residents served.

Must

possess

the ability to deal tactfully when personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies / personnel and the

general public

Must be able to follow oral and written instructions.

Must be able to work harmoniously with other personnel.

Must be knowledgeable of computer systems, system applications, and other office equipment.

Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Works in all areas of the facility

Moves intermittently during working hours.

Is

subject to frequent interruptions.

PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS

Must be able to relate to and work with ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and at times hostile people within the facility.

Must be able to concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment

May be necessary to

assist

in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations

Must be able to stand

and / or walk between 80%-100% of the time.

Must be able to sit and stoop.

Must be able to lift 5 lbs. floor to waist

approximately 20% of the time; push /

pull

up to 30 lbs. approximately 60% of the time.