Certified Medication Aide (CMA) - Full-Time

Paddington Place Cottages; Bixby (OK); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Vision, Dental

401K Plan

PTO

Maternity Leave

Long-Term Disability

Short-Term Disability

Life Insurance

On-demand pay (PayActiv)

Education Assistance

Holiday Pay

Perfect Attendance Bonus

Discounts program

Job summary

Paddington Place Cottages in Oklahoma is seeking a licensed Certified Medication Aide to administer resident medications per physician orders under supervision, in accordance with nursing standards and facility policies. The ideal candidate will read and follow care plans, maintain accurate documentation, and collaborate with nurses, physicians, and pharmacists to promote resident safety and comfort.

We offer higher weekend and overnight pay rates, comprehensive benefits (medical, vision,

Qualifications

• Must read, write, speak and understand English.
• Licensed CMA with state-approved training and exam.
• Able to follow medication administration policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications to residents as ordered by physician.
• Follow nursing standards and facility policies for medication administration.
• Note and report errors in medication administration.
• Maintain proper documentation and forms as required.
• Collaborate with nursing staff and pharmacists to ensure resident safety.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Independent decision-making

Patience

Education

High school education or equivalent

Job description

We are excited to announce our new higher weekend double and overnight pay rates!!!

Hiring for all shifts

Come work for a company that cares and appreciates its staff and helpus strive to be the difference makers and a guiding light in our profession. Weare searching for attentive, kindhearted health professionals regardless of theposition to help us care for our phenomenal residents.

Remarkable benefits our staff can expect:

• Competitive Wages
• Comprehensive benefits- Medical, Vision, Dental
• Insure Oklahoma- Subsidies to eligible employees.
• Maternity Leave- Long-Term & Short-Term Disability
• 401 K Plan
• PTO
• Holiday Pay
• Life Insurance
• Referral Bonus Program
• Flexible Spending & Daycare Account
• Employee Monthly Appreciation Activities
• Perfect Attendance Bonus for Full-time Hourly Staff
• ON DEMAND PAY- (PayActiv - access to weekly pay!)
• Education Assistance- That's right, we will support you as you go backto school. We believe in you!

Exclusive discounts:

• AT&T & Verizon
• Insight & Dell
• Staples
• United Moving Services
• OKRIN & Sherwin Williams
• AMC Movies
• Premium Seats USA (concert & sports events)
• LMT Club & Member Auto Buying by TrueCar
• Abenity Travel Center
• Six Flags
• Harry & David Gifts & Godiva

Purpose of Your Job Position

The primary purpose of your job position is to assist in the administering of medications to residents as ordered by the attending physician, under the direction of the attending physician, the nurse supervisor or charge nurse, and the Director of Nursing Services. The administration of medications shall be in accordance with established nursing standards, the policies, procedures, and practices of this facility, and the requirements of this state.

Education

Must possess, as a minimum, a high school education or its equivalent.

Experience

Must be a licensed Certified Medication Aide having successfully completed a state approved training program and any necessary examination(s) in accordance with laws of this State.

Job Functions

• Every effort has been made to identify the essential functions of this position. However, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties you will be required to perform. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or is an essential function of the position.
• Follow the policies and procedures of the facility governing the administering of medications to residents.
• Note and report errors in the administration of medications.
• Assist in developing and implementing procedures or programs of the facility that seek to determine what medication errors are taking place, when, where, and why they occur, and how they can be prevented.
• Perform administrative requirements, such as completing necessary forms, charts, reports, etc., and submit these as may be required.
• Maintain a friendly, productive, working relationship with other members of the department of nursing, attending physicians, the Medical Director, and pharmacists.
• Report any complaints or grievances made by residents to the Director of Nursing Services.
• Participate and cooperate with any facility surveys (inspections) made by authorized government agencies as requested by the Administrator or Director of Nursing Services.
• Agree not to disclose assigned user ID code and password for accessing resident/facility information and promptly report suspected or known violations of such disclosure to the Administrator.
• Agree not to disclose resident's protected health information and promptly report suspected or known violations of such disclosure to the Administrator.
• Report any known or suspected unauthorized attempt to access facility's information system.
• Report known or suspected incidents of fraud to the Administrator.
• Ensure that departmental computer workstations left unattended are properly logged off or the password protected automatic screen-saver activates within established facility policy guidelines.

Specific Requirements

• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
• Must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age-related needs of the residents served.
• Must be a supportive team member, contribute to and be an example of team work and team concept.
• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.
• Must possess the ability and willingness to work harmoniously with and other personnel.
• Must have patience, tact, a cheerful disposition and enthusiasm, as well as the willingness to handle difficult residents.
• Must be able to relate information concerning a resident's condition.
• Must provide documentation of such certification upon application for the position.
• Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace.