Certified Medication Aide (CMA)

YAD Healthcare; Elizabeth City (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

YAD Healthcare is seeking a Certified Medication Aide (CMA) to join our team in Elizabeth City. The CMA will administer medications under supervision, ensure resident safety, and maintain a culture of quality care, while enjoying flexible scheduling and competitive benefits.

Benefits

Very competitive Wages and Benefits Package

Flexible Schedule

Paid Time Off

Company Discounts

Company Perks and Activities

Qualifications

• Must have CMA Certification.
• Knowledge of five rights of medication administration.
• Ability to monitor and record vital signs.

Responsibilities

• Administers medications per physician's orders under nurse supervision.
• Records administration and observes resident reactions.
• Assists with daily tasks for residents' well-being.

Skills

Medication Administration

Vital Signs Monitoring

Patient Care

Education

CMA Certification

Job description

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

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(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 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 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
  
  
  

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