Certified Medication Aide - Cunningham

Certified Medication Aide (CMA)

We are looking for a dedicated Certified Medication Aide (CMA) to join our team and provide high-quality care for our residents. The CMA plays a crucial role in ensuring proper medication administration and assisting residents with daily living activities in a skilled nursing environment.

What Youll Do :

Administer prescribed medications to residents and maintain accurate medical records under the supervision of licensed staff.

Verify resident identity before medication administration and document medication dosage and time.

Monitor residents for responses to medication and report any adverse reactions to the supervising nurse.

Assist residents with daily living activities, including personal hygiene, meals, and mobility.

Recognize and promptly report any changes in resident conditions to charge staff.

Take and record vital signs, reporting abnormalities per policy.

Identify medication shortages and immediately report to the supervisor.

Maintain accurate records of resident care, intake, and output as ordered.

Support co-workers by providing assistance as needed or requested.

Complete admission, discharge, and transfer documentation as required.

Physical Demands :

Standing, sitting, walking, and changing positions frequently.

Lifting up to 25 lbs.; pushing, pulling, or lowering up to 100 lbs.

Ability to push a resident in a wheelchair up to 350 lbs.

Utilize safety equipment such as gait belts and mechanical lifts as required.

Safety Requirements :

Follow proper procedures for resident care, including two-person