Certified Medication Aide (CMA)

MGM Healthcare; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay Based on Experience

Shift Differential Pay

PTO+

Paid holidays with premium pay

Tuition reimbursement up to 5000

Take home up to 75% of net wages

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental, vision, life ins.

Employee appreciation events

Job summary

South Pointe Rehabilitation & Care Center in Oklahoma City is seeking a Certified Medication Aide (CMA). You will administer medications as ordered, monitor residents, and document care under the supervision of a licensed nurse, while following state and center policies.

We offer competitive pay based on experience, PTO, holidays with premium pay, tuition reimbursement up to 5,000, 401(k) with match after 1 year, medical and other coverage, and occasional appreciation events.

Qualifications

• High School diploma preferred.
• Must pass a state-issued CMA exam.
• CMA certification in Oklahoma.
• Six months experience in long-term care preferred.
• COVID vaccination required.
• Working email address and phone number required for employer communication.
• Ability to react decisively in emergencies.
• Ability to communicate with residents, families and staff.
• English communication required; additional languages preferred.
• Basic computer knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Performs resident care safely per policies and regulations.
• Administers medications as ordered under supervision of a licensed nurse.
• Follows the five rights of medication administration.
• Records medications and treatments in the chart.
• Notifies licensed staff if resident reports pain.
• Takes and records vital signs as required by meds.
• Monitors for adverse reactions and reports to a nurse.
• Assists with rounds and responds to resident call lights.
• Maintains resident safety and quality care culture.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

English proficiency

Communication skills

Decision making

Emergency response

Interpersonal skills

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma

Job description

At South Pointe Rehabilitation & Care Center, we deliver the highest quality of care for every resident through our most valuable asset: you. We seek compassionate and thoughtful individuals who share our passion for exceptional care in senior living. South Pointe Rehabilitation & Care Center partners with a vast network of skilled nursing centers across two states to support our small team environment of caring professionals with the resources and benefits of a large enterprise. Your legacy of excellence begins when you join us at South Pointe Rehabilitation & Care Center.

Available Shift:

• Days 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Pay, Benefits and Perks of Certified Medication Aide (CMA):

• Competitive Pay Based on Experience
• Shift Differential Pay (at participating locations)
• Paid Time Off (PTO+) added to your balance after 30 days of employment; immediately accrue more PTO as you work! (full-time only)
• 6 Observed Holidays with premium pay or leave + 1 Floating Holiday for full-time employees
• Up to $5,000 per in tuition/education reimbursement per calendar year for approved program of study
• Take home up to 75% of your net earned wages at the end of every shift
• 401(k) Retirement plan with company-matched contributions after 1 year of employment
• Medical (Teledoc Included), Dental, Vision, Life and other voluntary Insurances for full-time employees
• Have fun with contests and employee appreciation events every month

Essential Functionsof Certified Medication Aide (CMA):

• Performs resident care responsibilities in a manner conducive to their safety and comfort consistent with Company Clinical Policies and Procedures as well as state/federal guidelines and regulations
• 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 center 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 center policy
• Reports and when appropriate, records any changes observed in condition or behavior of residents and unusual incidents
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications of Certified Medication Aide (CMA):

• High School diploma or general equivalency is preferred
• Must pass a state-issued exam
• Required valid certification as a CMA in the state of Oklahoma
• Six months experience in a long-term care environment preferred
• Candidates must have covid vaccination
• Candidates must maintain a working email address and phone number for employer communication.
• Ability to react decisively and quickly in emergency situations
• Ability to communicate effectively with residents and their family members, and facility staff
• Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing
• Additional languages preferred
• Basic computer knowledge

EEO Statement:

Our facility provides equal employment opportunities. We are committed to complying with all state, federal, and local laws that prohibit discrimination in employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfers, compensation, benefits, training, programs, reductions in workforce, termination, and recall. Our facility strives to provide equal opportunity for employment to all individuals who are properly qualified and able to perform the duties of their employment, without regard to employees' legally-protected characteristics ('protected class') including: age, sex, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, pregnancy, medical condition, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex stereotyping, or genetic information.