CMA- Certified Medication Aide

YAD Healthcare; Elizabeth City (NC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Very competitive Wages and Benefits

Flexible Schedule

Paid Time Off

Company Discounts

Company Perks and Activites

Job summary

Laurel Park Rehabilitation And Healthcare Center in Elizabeth City, NC is seeking a Certified Medication Aide (CMA). This role administers oral and topical medications under physician orders and nurse supervision, and supports daily resident care to promote comfort and wellbeing.

You will follow the five rights of medication administration, document accurately in the computer system, and monitor residents for adverse effects while ensuring safety and quality in care.

Qualifications

• Must have CMA certification and be able to administer medications safely.
• Knowledge of the five rights of medication administration and accurate documentation.

Responsibilities

• Administers medications as ordered by a physician under the supervision of a licensed nurse.
• Records all medications given and maintains accurate documentation in the facility system.
• Notifies licensed staff of resident pain or changes in condition.
• May take and record residents' vital signs as required.
• Responds to resident call lights and assists with daily care under supervision.
• Observes for adverse reactions and reports them promptly.
• Supports safety and quality initiatives in daily resident care.

Skills

Medication administration

Five rights of medication

Education

CMA Certification

Job description

Laurel Park Rehabilitation And Healthcare Center, located in Elizabeth City, 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.

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(CMA) Certified Medication Aide

Benefits

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

Job Description

The overall purpose of the Certified 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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