Certified Medication Aide CMA

Haven Home Care Services Llc; Hillsdale (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Scheduling

Competitive Compensation

Careers Advancement

Job summary

A healthcare service provider is seeking a Certified Medication Aide (CMA) in Hillsdale, New Jersey. In this role, you will assist patients with daily living needs, monitor vital signs, and provide compassionate care. The ideal candidate should possess a valid CNA certification, CPR training, and strong interpersonal skills. This position offers flexible scheduling and competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED.
• Valid Certified Nursing Aide (CNA) certification.
• First aid and CPR-certified.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to adhere to all health and safety guidelines.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to lift heavy objects.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Ability to work with limited supervision.
• Compassionate, respectful, ethical.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily living activities.
• Assist with personal hygiene needs and dressing.
• Assist with mobility, walking, and physical therapy exercises.
• Provide adjunct patient care.
• Monitor food intake.
• Administer medications as per the instructions of a healthcare professional.
• Document the medications administered to patients.
• Observing and recording patients’ responses to medications.
• Reporting to nursing staff on duty about patients’ conditions and medication side effects.
• Following safety procedures when handling and disposing of medications.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals.

Job description

Benefits/Perks

Flexible Scheduling

Competitive Compensation

Careers Advancement

Job Summary

We are seeking a Certified Medication Aide (CMA) to join our team. In this position, you will assist patients with their daily living needs, provide compassionate care, and generally increase their quality of life. Responsibilities may include monitoring vital signs, assisting with hygiene needs, and communicating with nurses and doctors. The ideal candidate is compassionate, reliable, and willing to be an advocate for their patients.

Responsibilities

Assist with daily living activities

Assist with personal hygiene needs and dressing

Assist with mobility, walking, and physical therapy exercises

Provide adjunct patient care

Monitor food intake

Administering medications as per the instructions of a healthcare professional

Documenting the medications administered to patients

Observing and recording patients’ responses to medications

Reporting to nursing staff on duty about patients’ conditions and medication side effects

Following safety procedures when handling and disposing of medications

Collaborate with other healthcare professionals

Qualifications

High school diploma/GED

Valid Certified Nursing Aide (CNA) certification

First aid and CPR-certified

Basic computer skills

Ability to adhere to all health and safety guidelines

Excellent communication and interpersonal spills

Ability to lift heaving objects

Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation

Ability to work with limited supervision

Compassionate, respectful, ethical