Certified Medication Aide (CMA) - Part Time, Flexible Schedule

Yad Health; Elizabeth City (NC); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Very competitive wages and benefits

Flexible Schedule

Paid Time Off

Company Discounts

Company Perks and Activities

Job summary

Hertford Rehabilitation And Healthcare Center in Hertford, NC is hiring a part-time Certified Medication Aide (CMA). The CMA will administer oral and topical medications under the supervision of a licensed nurse, following state and federal regulations and facility policy to ensure resident safety and well-being.

The role requires CMA certification and emphasizes adherence to the five rights of medication administration, accurate documentation, and responsive care to residents’ needs.

Qualifications

• CMA certification required.
• Knowledge of the five rights of medication administration.
• Ability to document medications accurately in the resident records.

Responsibilities

• Administers medications as ordered by a physician under supervision of a licensed nurse.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the five rights and records meds accordingly.
• Notifies licensed staff when residents have pain or changes in condition.
• May take and record vital signs as needed for certain meds.
• Records medication administration in the facility's computer system.
• Responds to resident call lights and monitors resident needs.
• Reports adverse drug reactions to a licensed nurse on shift.
• Performs duties that promote resident safety and quality care.
• Supports a culture of safety and quality in the facility.
• Administers PRN medications per state/federal regs and policy.
• Documents any changes in resident condition or behavior.

Skills

Five rights of med administration

Education

CMA Certification

Job description

Hertford Rehabilitation And Healthcare Center in Hertford, NC is hiring a part-time Certified Medication Aide (CMA). The CMA will administer oral and topical medications under the supervision of a licensed nurse, following state and federal regulations and facility policy to ensure resident safety and well-being.

The role requires CMA certification and emphasizes adherence to the five rights of medication administration, accurate documentation, and responsive care to residents’ needs.