Certified Medication Assistant

Senior living; Florence (KY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in senior living is seeking a KMA/CMA to provide medication assistance and support residents in daily activities within a caring environment. Candidates should have experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant and be committed to upholding residents' rights. This role offers opportunities for career development and a supportive team atmosphere.

Benefits

Generous PTO Plan

Career Development

Affordable Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits

401K Retirement Plan

Employee Appreciation Events

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant in a residential setting.
• Must be able to read, write and speak English effectively.
• Completion of Medication Aide training and certification as required.

Responsibilities

• Provides medication assistance for residents according to regulations.
• Engages residents in meaningful conversation and personal care.
• Observes residents for any changes in their condition.

Skills

Communication

Medication Assistance

Customer Service

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Medication Aide Training Certification

Job description

KMA/CMA Position

Perks and Benefits*:

• Earn up to 1% wage increase every Quarter
• Work for us and earn $1000 for each person you refer and is hired
• Access to earned wages prior to payday
• Generous PTO Plan
• Career Development
• An employee engaged Scheduling system
• Employee Appreciation events; Attendance Programs,New employee Referral Program
• Affordable Medical, Dental, Vision, Supplemental Benefits
• 401K Retirement Plan

Oh, and did we mention an amazing Team Environment?

*Some benefits may vary depending on position and employment status

Minimum Eligibility Requirements:

• A high school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Minimum of 1-year of previous experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant for the elderly in a residential or long-term care setting (experience may depend on state requirements)
• Must be able to read, write and speak English to communicate effectively with residents, families, visitors, and other staff members
• Must be able to perform job duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation
• Must complete Medication Aide training (and certification in states where required)

Essential Functions:

• Provides medication assistance for residents in accordance with state regulations and company policy including; pouring, preparing, assisting with administration, and documentation
• Assists in maintaining the medication cart and storage room in a neat and orderly manner
• Accepts responsibility for accurate medication counts and for the security of the medication cart and medication storage room for assigned shifts
• May be called upon to assist residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, eating, transferring, and mobility, as needed
• Engages residents in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care and medication assistance
• Responds to all resident needs and/or requests for care promptly, and provides or obtains assistance with care as necessary
• Upholds Residents’ Rights at all times
• Supports and upholds all company policies and care philosophy
• Observes residents for changes in physical, emotional, mental, or behavioral condition, unusual symptoms, medication side effects, accidents, injuries, or unusual occurrences, and reports promptly to a licensed nurse
• Completes all documentation such as medication administration records, incident reports, change of condition reports, and behavior tracking, as requested, and in a timely manner
• Assists in the dining room during resident meal times as needed
• Encourages residents to participate in scheduled activities and outings, and provides residents with opportunities for self-expression and enhanced self-esteem through spontaneous individual or small group interaction and activity
• May be called upon to assist with Caregiver housekeeping responsibilities.