Certified Medication Aide - Resident Care & Med Admin

New Mexico Department of Health; Santa Clara (NM); On-site; USD 43,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

New Mexico Department of Health in New Mexico is seeking a Certified Medication Aide to administer medications to residents at a long-term care facility, observe for expected actions and adverse reactions.

The role requires documenting verbal reports and written records of medication administration, resident changes, and departures from routine operations, while collaborating with nursing staff and support agencies.

Qualifications

• Certification as CMA, HHA, or CNA and one year of experience in a traditional long-term care facility or equivalent.
• English language proficiency required (read, write, speak).
• Ability to work independently with residents and staff, and handle sensitive situations.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications to residents in a long-term care facility.
• Observe residents for expected actions and adverse reactions to medications.
• Prepare verbal reports and written documentation of medication administration and changes in resident conditions.
• Report issues related to successful or unsuccessful medication administration promptly.

Skills

Reading and writing English

Tactful communication

Medication safety awareness

Independence

Team collaboration

Education

CMA/HHA/CNA certification

Job description

New Mexico Department of Health in New Mexico is seeking a Certified Medication Aide to administer medications to residents at a long-term care facility, observe for expected actions and adverse reactions.

The role requires documenting verbal reports and written records of medication administration, resident changes, and departures from routine operations, while collaborating with nursing staff and support agencies.