Certified Medication Aide - Compassionate LTC Care

Coronado Care Center; Portales (NM); On-site; USD 37,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits for full-time employees

Job summary

Coronado Care Center in Portales, NM is seeking a qualified Certified Medication Aide (CMA) to join our care team on full-time 12-hour shifts.

You will work under the charge nurse to ensure safe, timely medication passes and uphold a high standard of resident care, with a focus on accuracy and compassionate service to our residents daily.

We offer benefits for full-time staff and a team-oriented environment dedicated to Spirit of Excellence in daily care.

Qualifications

• English communication skills required in speech and writing.
• Previous patient care experience preferred.
• Current Medication Aide certification required.

Responsibilities

• Reports promptly any change of patient condition or concerns to supervision.
• Follow charting guidelines for PRN documentation.
• Reports medication reorder as needed.
• Participates in meetings, trainings and in-service as required.
• Maintains inventory documentation of drugs on forms.
• Ensure current certification for Medication Aide.

Skills

English communication

Patient care experience

Education

Medication Aide certification

Job description

Coronado Care Center in Portales, NM is seeking a qualified Certified Medication Aide (CMA) to join our care team on full-time 12-hour shifts.

You will work under the charge nurse to ensure safe, timely medication passes and uphold a high standard of resident care, with a focus on accuracy and compassionate service to our residents daily.

We offer benefits for full-time staff and a team-oriented environment dedicated to Spirit of Excellence in daily care.