Certified Medication Aide (CMA) Weekend Doubles

MGM Healthcare; Muskogee (OK); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Holiday pay

Tuition reimbursement

Take-home pay option

401(k) with company match

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life insurance

Contests and employee appreciation

Job summary

Broadway Care & Rehabilitation Center in Oklahoma seeks a Certified Medication Aide (CMA) to support resident care. The role includes administering medications under nurse supervision, following the five rights, and recording administrations accurately.

Candidates must hold CMA certification in Oklahoma, prefer HS diploma, and have long-term care experience. Benefits include PTO, holidays, tuition reimbursement, retirement plan, and insurance; weekend doubles shift available.

Qualifications

• Must hold CMA certification in Oklahoma.
• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• Six months experience in long-term care preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Additional languages preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administers medications as ordered by a physician under the supervision of a licensed nurse, in accordance with state/federal regulations and facility policy.
• Performs resident care responsibilities safely and comfortably.
• Follows the five rights of medication administration and records all medications as prescribed.
• Notifies licensed staff of resident pain, changes, or adverse reactions.
• Takes and records vital signs when required and uses the computer system to enter resident data.
• Responds to resident call lights and assists with rounds under supervision.

Skills

CMA certification

English communication

Clear communication

Emergency responsiveness

Education

High School diploma or GED preferred

Job description

At Broadway Care & Rehabilitation 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.Broadway Care & Rehabilitation 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 Broadway Care & Rehabilitation Center.

Candidates must have their advancements (Nasogastric, Gastrostomy, & Respiratory)

Available Shift:

• Weekend Doubles 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Pay, Benefits and Perks ofCertified Medication Aide (CMA):

• Competitive Pay Based on Experience
• 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 FunctionsofCertified Medication Aide (CMA):

• Performs resident care responsibilities in a manner conducive to their safety and comfort consistent with MGM Healthcare 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 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
• Performs other duties as assigned

QualificationsofCertified Medication Aide (CMA):

• Required valid certification as a Certified Medication Aide (CMA) in the state of Oklahoma
• High School diploma or general equivalency is preferred
• Six months experience in a long-term care environment is preferred
• 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

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.