Certified Residential Medication Aide, Per Diem, Bolster Heights, LTC

At Central Maine Healthcare our team members are committed to providing exceptional care and experiences for our community and for each other every day.

Bolster Heights is seeking a CRMA to join our team!

This is a per diem position.

Starting pay is $18.50.

This is a CRMA position with our Bolster Heights Long Term Care Facility in Auburn, Maine. The overall purpose of the medication aide is to administer medications to residents in accordance with the rules and regulations governing the licensing and functioning of Level IV Residential Care Facilities, Certified Residential Medication Aides (CRMA) perform these tasks as ordered by physicians, under the supervision of a licensed nurse, in accordance with state and federal rules and regulations, and consistent with facility policies.

The CRMA also perform routine daily tasks required in maintaining the health, comfort, and well-being of the residents. Functions within the constraints of established policy and procedure consistent with accepted / allowed standards of practice and state and federal regulations.

Working contacts include residents, residents’ families, medical professionals and other facility staff. Is assigned responsibility / authority for decisions specific to assigned functions under the direction of a licensed nurse, but may seek additional direction from the charge nurse, nurse supervisor, director of clinical services or administrator as may be appropriate.

The CRMAs are also assigned resident care when not being utilized as the CRMA

Regulatory Requirements :

• Must have a Residential Care Specialist 1, or Personal Support Specialist (PSS) Certificate. May be trained within 4 months of employment.
• Must have state approved 40-hour certificated medication administration certification.
• Must possess basic mathematical skills so as to be able to accurately administer proper medication dosage.
• Highly developed observation skills are desirable.
• Must be tolerant, patient, and treat residents with dignity and respect.

What It’s Like Working at Bolster Heights :

We are all about our team members growth and health. That why we prioritize work / life balance, community-based wellness initiatives and tuition reimbursement or student loan repayment for ALL of our team members.

CMH offers a robust benefits package that includes :

• Robust Paid Time Off (PTO) program
• Medical plan with enhanced Tier 1 benefits provided within the CMH system.
• Dental plan
• Vision plan
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Basic Life insurance at no cost
• Supplemental Life insurance
• Long-term disability insurance
• 401(k) or 403(b) retirement savings plans
• Tuition IO partnership for student loan repayment assistance and tuition assistance
• Family leave program for Parental Leaves
• Comprehensive Wellness Program

Duties and Responsibilities :

Demonstrates Competency in the Following Areas :

1. Administers medications as ordered by a physician under supervision of a licensed nurse, in accordance with all state and federal regulations and consistent with facility policy and standards of practice.

2. Must be able to accurately take and record vital signs of residents as assigned or as may be required by certain medications.

3. Accurately records the administration of medications and / or treatments as required by law and / or facility policy.

4. Observes residents for and reports any reactions and / or side effects of medications to a licensed nurse on the shift immediately.

5. Accurately administers PRN medications in accordance with state and federal regulations and consistent with facility policy after the nurse has assessed the need.

6. Documents reason for and purpose to PRN medications in a timely manner.

7. May dispense controlled drugs (schedule III, IV, V) and must accurately account for them under the supervision of the licensed nurse, (or charge nurse), per facility policy.

8. Properly secures medications carts and / or medications rooms per state and federal regulations and facility policy.

9. Attends facility educational in-services as required.

10. Follows federal, state and facility policies and guidelines in effect.

11. Performs other duties as assigned.

12. Orders medications and treatments from pharmacy as needed.

13. Transcribes and notes orders as needed.

14. Receives and puts medications away in their appropriate places as needed.

15. Notifies appropriate person(s) of needed supplies and equipment

16. Is respectful of facility property and uses it appropriately.

17. Keeps medication room neat, clean, and orderly.

18. Keeps medication carts clean and maintained in an orderly fashion in accordance with State of Maine Regulations and standards of practice.