CMA- Certified Medication Aide

Laurel Park Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center; Elizabeth City (NC); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; 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) to administer medications and support residents’ well-being under the supervision of a licensed nurse. You will follow state and federal regulations while maintaining accurate records and ensuring comfort and safety for residents.

The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and adherence to policies, with competitive wages, flexible scheduling, and a comprehensive benefits package of

Qualifications

• Certified Medication Aide (CMA) certification required.
• Administer medications: oral and topical under physician and nurse supervision.
• Follow state and federal regulations and facility policy.
• Observe and report changes in residents’ condition.

Responsibilities

• Administers medications as ordered by physician under supervision of a licensed nurse.
• Records medication administration accurately in resident charts.
• Monitors residents' pain and vital signs as assigned.
• Ensures safety and quality of care and adheres to regulations.

Skills

Medication administration

Vital signs

Resident care

Patient safety

Record keeping

Communication

Education

CMA Certification

Tools

EHR systems

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.

NOW HIRING:

(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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