Certified Medication Aide - Flexible Schedule & Benefits

Laurel Park Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center; Elizabeth City (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Very competitive wages and benefits

Flexible Schedule

Paid Time Off

Company Discounts

Company Perks and Activities

Job summary

Laurel Park Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center in North Carolina is hiring a Certified Medication Aide (CMA) to administer oral and topical medications to residents under nurse supervision. Shifts available: 7-3 and 3-11, with a benefits package and PTO.

The CMA will ensure resident comfort and well-being, follow all state/federal rules, and participate in daily tasks to maintain safety and quality of care.

Qualifications

• Must hold CMA certification and follow state/federal regulations.
• Knowledge of the five rights of medication administration.
• Ability to take and record vital signs as needed.
• Proficient in documenting medication administration in the computer system.
• Commitment to resident safety and quality of care.

Responsibilities

• Administers medications as ordered under the supervision of a licensed nurse.
• Maintains knowledge of the five rights of medication administration.
• Notifies licensed staff when a resident reports pain.
• Takes and records vital signs as assigned.
• Records medication administration and treatments in the computer system.
• Responds to resident call lights and assists with rounds.
• Observes for adverse reactions and reports changes to a licensed nurse.
• Supports a culture of safety and quality in care.
• Administers PRN medications per policy.
• Reports changes observed in residents' condition.

Skills

Medication administration

Vital signs

Resident care

Team collaboration

Education

CMA Certification

Job description

Laurel Park Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center in North Carolina is hiring a Certified Medication Aide (CMA) to administer oral and topical medications to residents under nurse supervision. Shifts available: 7-3 and 3-11, with a benefits package and PTO.

The CMA will ensure resident comfort and well-being, follow all state/federal rules, and participate in daily tasks to maintain safety and quality of care.