Certified Medication Aide: Compassionate, Precise Care

Midwest Health, Inc.; Wellington (KS); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Midwest Health, Inc. in Wellington, Kansas, seeks a Certified Medication Aide to assist in administering medications to residents as ordered by the attending physician, under supervision of the RCC/Nurse Supervisor/Charge Nurse, and in accordance with state rules and community policies.

The role requires careful charting, medication labeling, and strict privacy practices, with duties including safeguarding resident dignity, reporting incidents, and supporting daily living activities as needed.

Qualifications

• Must have CMA certification in good standing with the State.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Must be able to work beyond normal hours when necessary.

Responsibilities

• Comply with the Community’s personnel, safety, and corporate policies and procedures.
• Comply with the nursing department’s policies and procedures.
• Report witnessed or reported allegations of resident abuse/neglect immediately to the Executive Director, RCC/Nurse Supervisor/Charge Nurse.
• Treat residents, family members, visitors, and team members with respect and dignity.
• Maintain the confidentiality of all resident and family information.
• Report to work on time and as scheduled.
• Report any complaints/grievances made by residents to the RCC/Nurse Supervisor/Charge Nurse or per policy. Participate and cooperate with any Community surveys (inspections) made by authorized government agencies as requested by the Executive Director or RCC/Nurse Supervisor/Charge Nurse.
• Maintain a clean and organized medication cart and medication room.
• Always protect resident privacy when administering medication, knock before entering the resident’s room. Accurately and safely prepare, administer, and document the oral and/or topical medications that are commonly used in this Community that may be ordered for resident use by the attending physician or the Medical Director. Document and report errors in the administration of medications immediately upon discovery.
• Ensure that all medications administered are properly labeled and follow Community policy on storage, labeling and dating of medications.
• Complete medication charting per Community policy and procedure.
• Assist with following Community policies and procedures regarding the destroying of medications.
• Assist in documenting and removing medications that are discontinued by the attending physician.
• Follow Community procedures governing drug receipt errors, including notifying the delivery source and the RCC/Nurse Supervisor/Charge Nurse.
• Follow Community procedures in holding medications for residents who are out of the Community or per physician’s order. Honor the resident’s right to refuse medications.
• Observe and verify that medication is ingested or applied as directed. Document any instance where prescribed medication is not administered including reason(s) for refusal.
• Promptly notify the RCC/Nurse Supervisor/Charge Nurse of any refusals or reactions to medications by residents. Ensure that no medication is administered without a written, signed, dated order from an attending licensed physician. Verify the identity of the resident before administering the medication treatment.
• Follow the Community’s procedures allowing residents to self-administer their medications.
• Assist the RCC/Nurse Supervisor/Charge Nurse in monitoring and documenting all aspects of such self-administering. Notify nurse when medication refills are needed.
• Be familiar with the meaning and usage of common medical abbreviations, symbols, and terms relative to the administration of medications as used by the Community, pharmacists, and physicians.
• Use personal protective equipment when performing procedures that involve exposure to blood or body fluids. Report all hazardous conditions and equipment to the RCC/Nurse Supervisor/Charge Nurse immediately. Follow established safety precautions in the performance of all duties.
• Wash hands before and after performing any service for the resident.
• Report occupational exposures to blood, body fluids, infectious materials, and hazardous chemicals in accordance with the Community’s policies and procedures governing accidents and incidents.
• Assist residents in daily hygiene and toileting needs, along with all other daily living activities. Assist CNAs with daily duties when needed.

Education

CMA certification

Job description

Midwest Health, Inc. in Wellington, Kansas, seeks a Certified Medication Aide to assist in administering medications to residents as ordered by the attending physician, under supervision of the RCC/Nurse Supervisor/Charge Nurse, and in accordance with state rules and community policies.

The role requires careful charting, medication labeling, and strict privacy practices, with duties including safeguarding resident dignity, reporting incidents, and supporting daily living activities as needed.