Certified Medication Aide (KMA) – Full-Time with Benefits

The Pavilion at Kenton for Nursing and Rehabilitation; Austinburg (KY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Wages

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Positive and compassionate environment

Supportive Leadership

Job summary

The Pavilion at Kenton for Nursing and Rehabilitation is seeking a Kentucky Medication Aide (KMA) who will assist licensed nursing staff by administering daily medications as ordered. The role requires a CNA and MA certification, CPR, and at least 1 year of healthcare experience or 2 years as a medication aide.

Responsibilities include recording administrations, monitoring for adverse reactions, and supporting routine care duties under supervision in Covington, KY.

Qualifications

• Must be a certified nursing assistant (CNA)
• Must have medication aide certification
• Minimum of 1 year of health care industry experience or 2 years’ experience as medication aide
• Current CPR certification

Responsibilities

• Delivers routine daily oral, inhalation and topical medications to residents under direct supervision of a licensed nurse unless otherwise allowed by state law.
• Observes for adverse drug reactions and reports problems to the nurse.
• Records medication administration according to company policies and procedures.
• Observes residents for changes and documents changes in their condition accordingly.
• Performs tasks related to medication administration, including vital signs and medication dose calculations.
• Practices safe handling and storage of medications.
• Responds to resident requests and other direct care duties as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Medication administration

Vital signs

Medical terminology

Record-keeping

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certified Nursing Assistant

Medication aide certification

CPR certification

Job description

The Pavilion at Kenton for Nursing and Rehabilitation is seeking a Kentucky Medication Aide (KMA) who will assist licensed nursing staff by administering daily medications as ordered. The role requires a CNA and MA certification, CPR, and at least 1 year of healthcare experience or 2 years as a medication aide.

Responsibilities include recording administrations, monitoring for adverse reactions, and supporting routine care duties under supervision in Covington, KY.