cma

YAD Management; Windsor (NC); On-site; USD 33,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Very competitive wages and benefits

Flexible Schedule

Paid Time Off

Company Discounts

Company Perks and Activities

Job summary

Windsor Rehabilitation And Healthcare Center in Windsor, NC is hiring a Certified Medication Aide (CMA) to administer prescribed medications and assist with resident care. The CMA works under a licensed nurse and follows state and federal regulations to ensure safety and well-being.

Responsibilities include documenting administrations, monitoring for adverse effects, and assisting with daily resident care while maintaining accuracy and compassionate care in a long-term care setting.

Qualifications

• CMA certification required or equivalent.
• Experience with administering oral and topical medications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications as ordered under the supervision of a licensed nurse.
• Record medication administration accurately in the resident chart.
• Monitor residents for adverse reactions and report changes to nursing staff.
• Take and record vital signs as assigned and as required by medications.
• Respond to resident call lights and assist with daily care to support safety and comfort.

Skills

CMA Certification

Education

CMA Certification

Job description

Windsor Rehabilitation And Healthcare Center, located in Windsor, NC, is a Long Term Care facility that provides quality care to our residents. Join a growing team of successful, happy caregivers who are valued and appreciated.

NOW HIRING:

(CMA) Certified Medication Aide 3-11

Benefits:

• Very competitive Wages and Benefits Package
• Flexible Schedule
• Paid Time Off
• Company Discounts
• Company Perks and Activities

Job Description:

The overall purpose of theCertified Medication Aide (CMA)position is to administer oral and topical medications to residents. This individual must perform these tasks as ordered by a physician, under the supervision of a licensed nurse, and in accordance with state and federal rules and regulations. Also, must perform routine daily tasks required in maintaining the health, comfort and well-being of the residents.

Certified Medication Aide Duties and Responsibilities:

• Administers medications as ordered by a physician under the supervision of a licensed nurse, in accordance with any state and federal regulations and consistent with facility policy.
• Must demonstrate knowledge of “five rights” of medication administration. Administers and records all medication given to residents’ based upon their specific chart.
• Notifies appropriate licensed staff when a resident complains of pain.
• May take and record vital signs of residents as assigned or as may be required by certain medications.
• Records the administration of medications and/or treatments appropriately, utilizing the computer system to enter and reference resident information as needed.
• Answers resident call lights, anticipates resident’s needs and makes rounds to assigned resident under the supervision of a licensed nurse or charge nurse on the shift.
• Observes for and reports any reactions and/or side effects of medications to a licensed nurse on the appropriate shift.
• Performs all aspects of resident care in an environment that optimizes resident safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.
• Support and maintains a culture of safety and quality.
• Administers PRN medications in accordance with state and federal regulations and consistent with facility policy.
• Reports and when appropriate, records any changes observed in condition or behavior of residents and unusual incidents.

Requirements:

• CMA Certification

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https://yadhealth.com/

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