Certified Medication Aide (CMA)

YAD Healthcare; Elizabeth City (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Very competitive Wages and Benefits

Flexible Schedule

Paid Time Off

Company Discounts

Company Perks and Activites

Job summary

YAD Healthcare in Elizabeth City, NC is seeking a Certified Medication Aide (CMA) to join a dedicated care team. The role involves administering oral and topical medications to residents under the supervision of a licensed nurse, following physician orders and state/federal regulations. Available shifts are 7-3 and 3-11.

Benefits include competitive wages, paid time off, flexible schedule and discounts. A CMA Certification is required to apply, and you will contribute to resident health,

Qualifications

• CMA Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Administers medications as ordered by a physician under the supervision of a licensed nurse.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the five rights of medication administration and records medications accurately.
• Notifies licensed staff when a resident reports pain and monitors for adverse reactions.
• May take and record vital signs as assigned or required by certain medications.
• Records medication administration and treatments in the facility computer system.
• Responds to resident call lights and reassesses resident needs with the nurse on duty.
• Observes for and reports any medication reactions to a licensed nurse.
• Performs all resident care activities to support safety and reduce health care errors.
• Supports and maintains a culture of safety and quality.
• Administers PRN medications per policy and regulations.
• Reports changes observed in residents' conditions or behaviors.

Skills

Medication administration

Education

CMA Certification

Job description

(CMA) Certified Medication Aide

Join a growing team of successful, happy caregivers who are valued and appreciated.

Available Shifts: 7-3 and 3-11

Benefits:

• Very competitive Wages and Benefits Package
• Flexible Schedule
• Paid Time Off
• Company Discounts
• Company Perks and Activites

Job Description:

The overall purpose of the Certified Medication Aide (CMA) position is to administer oral and topical medications to residents. This individual must perform these tasks as ordered by a physician, under the supervision of a licensed nurse, and in accordance with state and federal rules and regulations. Also, must perform routine daily tasks required in maintaining the health, comfort and well-being of the residents.

Certified Medication Aide Duties and Responsibilities:

• Administers medications as ordered by a physician under the supervision of a licensed nurse, in accordance with any state and federal regulations and consistent with facility policy.
• Must demonstrate knowledge of "five rights" of medication administration. Administers and records all medication given to residents' based upon their specific chart.
• Notifies appropriate licensed staff when a resident complains of pain.
• May take and record vital signs of residents as assigned or as may be required by certain medications.
• Records the administration of medications and/or treatments appropriately, utilizing the computer system to enter and reference resident information as needed.
• Answers resident call lights, anticipates residents' needs and makes rounds to assigned resident under the supervision of a licensed nurse or charge nurse on the shift.
• Observes for and reports any reactions and/or side effects of medications to a licensed nurse on the appropriate shift.
• Performs all aspects of resident care in an environment that optimizes resident safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.
• Support and maintains a culture of safety and quality.
• Administers PRN medications in accordance with state and federal regulations and consistent with facility policy.
• Reports and when appropriate, records any changes observed in condition or behavior of residents and unusual incidents.

Requirements:

• CMA Certification

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