Certified Medication Aide (CMA)

Laurel Park Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center; Elizabeth City (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Very competitive wages and benefits

Flexible Schedule

Paid Time Off

Company Discounts

Company Perks and Activities

Job summary

Laurel Park Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center in North Carolina is hiring a Certified Medication Aide (CMA) to administer oral and topical medications to residents under nurse supervision. Shifts available: 7-3 and 3-11, with a benefits package and PTO.

The CMA will ensure resident comfort and well-being, follow all state/federal rules, and participate in daily tasks to maintain safety and quality of care.

Qualifications

• Must hold CMA certification and follow state/federal regulations.
• Knowledge of the five rights of medication administration.
• Ability to take and record vital signs as needed.
• Proficient in documenting medication administration in the computer system.
• Commitment to resident safety and quality of care.

Responsibilities

• Administers medications as ordered under the supervision of a licensed nurse.
• Maintains knowledge of the five rights of medication administration.
• Notifies licensed staff when a resident reports pain.
• Takes and records vital signs as assigned.
• Records medication administration and treatments in the computer system.
• Responds to resident call lights and assists with rounds.
• Observes for adverse reactions and reports changes to a licensed nurse.
• Supports a culture of safety and quality in care.
• Administers PRN medications per policy.
• Reports changes observed in residents' condition.

Skills

Medication administration

Vital signs

Resident care

Team collaboration

Education

CMA Certification

Job description

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

NOW HIRING:

(CMA) Certified Medication Aide

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 theCertified 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 resident’s 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