Certified Medication Aide — Resident Care Pro

Valley-Mental-Health; Valley Falls (KS); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 30,307,000; Full time

Job summary

Valley-Mental-Health in Kansas seeks a Certified Medication Aide to assist in administering medications to residents as ordered by the attending physician, under supervision, following nursing standards and facility policies. The role includes maintaining medication carts, documenting administrations, and protecting resident privacy while collaborating with the nursing team.

Valid CMA and CPR certifications, basic computer skills, and flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays are

Qualifications

• Must have a valid CMA certification in good standing with the State.
• Must have a valid CPR certification.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
• Must have basic computer skills.
• Must be able to work beyond normal hours and on weekends and holidays when necessary.

Responsibilities

• Comply with Facility policies and procedures.
• Comply with nursing department policies and procedures.
• Report abuse/neglect to Administrator/DON or Nurse Manager on Call.
• Maintain confidentiality of resident and family information.
• Maintain a clean and organized medication cart and room.
• Document and report medication errors immediately.
• Administer, label, store, and chart medications as ordered by physicians.
• Assist in daily resident care and monitor self-administration of medications.

Skills

CMA certification

CPR certification

Basic computer skills

English proficiency

Flexibility

Patient care

Education

CMA certification

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

Valley-Mental-Health in Kansas seeks a Certified Medication Aide to assist in administering medications to residents as ordered by the attending physician, under supervision, following nursing standards and facility policies. The role includes maintaining medication carts, documenting administrations, and protecting resident privacy while collaborating with the nursing team.

Valid CMA and CPR certifications, basic computer skills, and flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays are