Certified Medication Aide & CNA — Resident Care Specialist

Covenant Living Communities and Services; Cromwell (CT); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Employer paid life and disability

PTO and holidays

403(b) with employer match

Fitness center access

Tuition assistance and scholarships

Employee assistance program

Legal services and insurance discounts

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Covenant Living Communities and Services is seeking a Certified Medication Assistant (CMA) / Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to deliver high-quality resident care and safe medication administration under nurse direction. This dual-certified role supports daily living activities and promotes resident dignity and independence in a person-centered care environment.

Responsibilities include medication administration, documentation, ADL assistance, and infection control, while adhering to state

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required; CNA and CMA certifications are preferred.
• Experience in direct resident care and medication assistance is desirable.
• CPR certification and knowledge of medication administration best practices are required.

Responsibilities

• Under the supervision of the Nurse, assists with medication and provides treatments according to physician’s orders and in accordance with facility policy. Documents as required.
• Maintain resident rooms in a clean and orderly manner; light housekeeping, changing linen and organizing personal effects.
• Provide direct care and assistance with activities of daily living including bathing, dressing, toileting, grooming, mobility and feeding.
• Assist residents with transfers, ambulation, and use of supportive devices using proper safety techniques.
• Attend facility meetings and in-service trainings.
• Practice infection control in all aspects of resident care; assist with meals and feeding.
• Observe residents’ rights, including privacy and dignity.
• Report changes in condition or behavior promptly to nursing staff.
• Assist with orientation of new staff to ensure continuity of care.
• Promote positive public relations with residents and families.
• Provide restorative care as assigned by the nurse or care plan.
• Assist with admissions, discharges, and transfers.
• Provide clear and concise directions to staff and others.

Skills

Medication administration

CMA/CNA cert

Resident communication

Privacy & confidentiality

Infection control

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

CNA certification

CMA certification

CPR certification

Tools

CPR certification

Job description

Covenant Living Communities and Services is seeking a Certified Medication Assistant (CMA) / Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to deliver high-quality resident care and safe medication administration under nurse direction. This dual-certified role supports daily living activities and promotes resident dignity and independence in a person-centered care environment.

Responsibilities include medication administration, documentation, ADL assistance, and infection control, while adhering to state