Certified Medication Aide, 5pm-9pm, Part-Time

Episcopal Retirement Homes, Inc; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Generous PTO

Health Savings Account

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

403B

Discounted Meals

Internal Promotions

PayActiv

Tickets at Work

Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

Episcopal Retirement Services is seeking a Certified Medication Aide for a part-time shift from 5pm to 9pm in Cincinnati, OH. The role requires a current CMA certificate in Ohio, STNA credentials, and English proficiency to support residents with compassionate care.

Applicants should be able to lift 50 lbs regularly and 100 lbs occasionally, work well in a team, and follow established medication procedures. The company offers a strong benefits package and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Is an Ohio State-tested STNA.
• Has, at minimum, a certificate from an accredited program and a current, active CMA certificate in Ohio.
• Reads, writes, speaks, and understands English.
• Able to lift 50 lbs regularly and 100 lbs occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Administers medications according to policies and standards.
• Documents medication administration promptly in the facility system.
• Reports medication errors and resident noncompliance to the Household Nurse on duty.
• Assists in evacuation of residents during emergencies.

Skills

English literacy

Education

High school diploma or GED

Ohio STNA/state-tested

CMA certificate (Ohio)

Job description

Position: Certified Medication Aide, 5pm-9pm, Part-Time Location: Cincinnati, OH
Job Id: 3459 # of Openings: 1 Certified Medication Aide - Deupree Cottages: Part-Time

Are you a Certified Medication Aide looking for a great culture, reasonable ratios, and an opportunity to grow with an organization? Episcopal Retirement Services has been votes one of Cincinnati's TOP EMPLOYERS for 17years running and we are hiring passionate professionals. To learn more about ERS and our award-winning culture: https://youtu.be/3jEMW29lmCs Episcopal Retirement Services has an award-winning culture and a robust mix of available benefits and perks that may include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Plans
• Generous PTO
• Health Savings Account
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• 403B
• Discounted Meals
• Internal Promotions
• PayActiv
• Tickets at Work
• Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Referral Program

Schedule: Part-time: 5pm - 9pm - 3 shifts per pay period

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school/GED required
• Is a STNA that is Ohio State tested
• Possesses, at a minimum, a certificate from an accredited program and possess a current, unencumbered, active certificate to practice as a certified medication administration aide in the State of Ohio.
• Is able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language. Must be able to see and hear or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately to ensure that the requirements of this position can be fully met.
• Possesses the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
• Possesses the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.
• Is knowledgeable of standards of practice and procedures, as well as laws, regulations, and guidelines that pertain to medication administration by a certified medication administration aide.
• Has patience, tact, a cheerful disposition, and enthusiasm, as well as the willingness to handle difficult residents.
• Is able, with or without reasonable accommodation, to lift, push, pull or move 50 lbs on a regular basis and 100 lbs occasionally.
• Does not pose a direct threat to the health and safety of other individuals in the workplace.
• Is able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position.
• Functions independently and has flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with residents, personnel, and support agencies.
• Is able to relate to and work with the ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and, at times, hostile people within the community.
• Assists in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations.

As a Certified Medication Aide you can expectto:

• Administers medications according to established policies, procedures, and standards of care.
• Follows policies and procedures of pharmacy related to acceptable storage of medications, i.e., medications administered by different routes are stored separately.
• Documents administration of medication immediately following administration utilizing facility’s established documentation system.
• Promptly reports medication errors and refusal of resident to comply with medication administration to Household Nurse on duty.
• Fulfills responsibilities as a Resident Assistant within the household in accordance with the Resident Assistant job description if scheduled.
• Commits to aligning behavior in accordance with the ERS Core Values and Ways of Working.

Episcopal Retirement Services is an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate and will take affirmative action measures to ensure against discrimination in employment, recruitment, advertisements for employment, compensation, termination, upgrading, promotions, and other conditions of employment against any employee or job applicant on the bases of race, color, gender, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, veteran's status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.

Since 1951, Episcopal Retirement Services has worked to improve the lives of older adults through innovative, quality senior living communities, and through community services for older adults. 3870 Virginia Ave. Cincinnati, OH 45227 P: [phone] E: [e-mail]