Certified Medication Aide

Regency Pacific Management; Hermiston (OR); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance

Prescription Drug Coverage

PTO - Based on State

Paid Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Employee Discounts

401-K

Job summary

Regency Hermiston is seeking a CMA to provide individualized care and support for residents in our senior living setting. You will administer medications, monitor health indicators, and assist with daily activities under the supervision of licensed nursing staff.

The role requires an active CMA license in Oregon, CPR/BLS (can be obtained), and strong communication in English. Join a compassionate team dedicated to high-quality resident care and safety.

Qualifications

• Must possess CMA certification in Oregon.
• Read, write, speak and understand English.
• Demonstrate compassion and interest in elder care.
• Communicate and interact tactfully with residents and staff.

Responsibilities

• Ensure proper dosage and administration of medications as directed by physicians.
• Take vital signs, weight, apply creams, collect specimens, and assist with transfers.
• Attend to residents' needs including grooming, hygiene, feeding, and mobility.
• Follow individualized care plans and report changes to nursing leadership.
• Document care in accordance with department policies.

Skills

CMA

English proficiency

Compassion

Communication

Education

CMA certification (Oregon)

Job description

OSBN CMA license in the state of Oregon is required!

As a CMA, you provide individualized attention and encourage residents to maintain or attain their highest practical physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being. You also administer, instruct, and monitor resident medications and report to the director of nursing.

You Will

• Ensure proper dosage/distribution and instruct residents on application/consumption of medication per the direction of their physician
• Take vital signs, residents' weights, apply creams/ointments, collect specimens, lift, move, and transport residents, using proper body mechanics or lifting devices to prevent accidents.
• Attend to the resident's needs, including; grooming, bathing, oral hygiene, feeding, incontinent care, toileting, colostomy care, prosthetic appliances, transferring, ambulation, range of motion, communication, in keeping with the individuals' care requirements
• Ensure individualized care plans are followed and provide care planning staff with specific information, changes, and observations of the residents' needs and preferences.
• Document care in keeping with department policies

You Currently

• Possess a CMA certification in the state of employment
• Can obtain CPR/BLS card
• Read, write, speak and understand English
• Follow prescribed safety and infection control procedures
• Have compassion and interest in working with the senior population
• Communicate and interact tactfully with others

Our Benefits

• Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance
• Prescription Drug Coverage
• Vacation/Sick/Paid Time Off (PTO) - Based on State
• Paid Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Discounts (movies, restaurants, gifts, & more)
• 401-K

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

Compassionate care, resident focus, long-term clinical team, and community leadership. Regency Hermiston has assembled a team of dedicated caregivers who are passionate about providing exceptional resident care. Looking for an opportunity to partner with top-notch leadership, a work family, and a place with a mission of serving others, Regency Hermiston is your next place of employment.