Certified Medication Aide- Wadsworth, OH

The Village of St Edward; Wadsworth (OH); On-site; USD 51,577,000 - 63,039,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous shift differential

New pay rates

Low resident/patient to staff ratios

Wellness Programs

Employee Referral Bonuses

Developmental Training Opportunities

Community Involvement Events

Job summary

The Village of St. Edward is an assisted living/memory care campus in Wadsworth, OH, seeking a Certified Medication Aide. Shifts run 7am–11am and 7pm–11pm with a generous shift differential and new pay rates.

A welcoming environment with low resident-to-staff ratios awaits you. You will administer medications as directed, assist with daily activities, monitor residents, and communicate with nurses. Must hold OH CMA certification and be able to lift 50 pounds.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• High school education or equivalent preferred.
• 2 years full experience as a Resident Assistant in Assisted Living/Memory Care.
• State Tested Nursing Assistant (STNA) in Ohio preferred.
• Current Medication Aide Certification approved by Ohio Board of Nursing.

Responsibilities

• Provide for personal care needs of residents as directed by nurse.
• Administer certain types of medication as delegated by the LPN/RN.
• Monitor resident conditions and report any changes.
• Document and report condition changes and responses to medications.

Skills

Therapeutic communication

Empathy

Infection control

Dexterity

Professionalism

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

STNA (Ohio) preferred

Job description

Certified Medication Aide

Assisted Living / Memory Care Facility (Wadsworth Campus)

Must have Medication Aide certification through State of Ohio Board of Nursing

Generous shift differential & new pay rates!

Shifts available for 7am-11am and for 7pm-11pm

• A kind and welcoming work environment
• LOW resident/patient to staff ratios
• Competitive wages with regular analyses
• Perfect Attendance Recognition and Rewards
• Employee Recognition Programs
• Wellness Programs with Rewards!
• Monthly Staff Recognition Events
• Employee Referral Bonuses
• Developmental Training Opportunities
• Community Involvement Events
• Family Friendly Events (Santa Claus, Egg Hunting, Trick or Treating, etc.)
• Cell phone discounts as well as others
• And more!

Feel good about the work you do!

Summary Of Position

In accordance with the mission and values of The Village of St. Edward the Medication Aide provides for personal care needs of residents and provides assistance and activities as delegated by the nurse. Some tasks that are delegated by the supervising LPN/RN including monitoring resident conditions, documenting and reporting any condition changes, monitoring for drug reactions and at the direction of LPN/RN, administer certain types of medication.

Qualifications

• Must at least be 18 years of age
• Must have reliable transportation
• High school education or equivalent preferred.
• Must have 2 years full experience as a Resident Assistant within Assisted Living / Memory Care
• Preferred State Tested Nursing Assistant (STNA) in Ohio
• Current Medication Aide Certification approved by Ohio Board of Nursing
• Must be able to lift, push and pull 50 pounds independently and over 50 pounds with assistance.
• Possesses the necessary dexterity to feed, bathe, etc.
• Possesses the ability to bend, stoop, and reach at different angles.
• Walks, stands, and sits intermittently throughout the day.
• Well-lighted, well-ventilated rooms and halls.
• Must understand infection control performance.
• Must be able to utilize therapeutic communication.
• Must communicate professionally and with empathy to residents, families, visitors and coworkers
• Required to make independent decisions.
• Required to assist in response to emergency situations.
• Must be able to work an Every Other Weekend/ Every Other Holiday Rotation

The Village of St. Edward is a not-for-profit organization that supports each person as a valued member of this community. We foster a compassionate environment by promoting excellence in service and a community of belonging with Christ-centered care. Core Values: Benevolence, Respect, Integrity, Commitment, and Kindness

Certified Medication Aide, STNA, Assisted Living, State Testing Nursing Assistant, Memory Care, CMA, Resident Assistant, RA