CMA Certified Medication Aide

Sky Blue Healthcare LLC; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Sky Blue Healthcare LLC in California seeks a dedicated Medication Aide to administer routine medications to residents under licensed nurse supervision, following state laws and facility policies. The role requires careful observation for adverse drug reactions, accurate documentation, and responsive communication with residents and the care team to support safe, quality care.

Candidates must adhere to infection control, safety procedures, and confidentiality standards, and be prepared to

Qualifications

• Active CNA/CMA credentials or eligibility to obtain within probation.
• Ability to follow written or verbal instructions and report adverse reactions.
• Strong documentation and record-keeping skills.
• Effective communication and teamwork with nursing staff.

Responsibilities

• Deliver routine medications to residents under direct supervision of a licensed nurse.
• Observe for adverse drug reactions and report problems to the nurse.
• Record medication administration according to facility policies.
• Follow written or verbal instructions on medication management.
• Observe residents for changes and document condition updates.
• Perform tasks related to medication administration including vital signs and stock management.
• Practice safe handling and storage of medications.
• Respond to resident requests and assist with direct care duties as assigned.
• Maintain infection control and confidentiality per policy.

Skills

Medication administration

Vital signs

Observation and reporting

Record keeping

Infection control

Confidentiality

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Education

CNA certification or certification eligible

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Major Duties and Responsibilities

Delivers routine daily oral, inhalation and topical medications to residents under direct supervision of a licensed nurse unless otherwise allowed by state law.

Observes for any adverse drug reactions and reports any problems to the nurse.

Records medication administration according to company policies and procedures.

Follows written or verbal instructions on how to manage medications.

Observes residents for changes and documents changes in their condition accordingly.

Performs tasks associated with medication administration, including vital signs, medication dose calculations, stocking of the medication carts, and removal of discontinued medications.

Practices safe handling and storage of medications.

Responds to resident requests and other direct care duties as assigned.

Additional Tasks

• Treats all residents with dignity and respect. Promotes and protects all residents’ rights.
• Establishes a culture of compliance by adhering to all facility policies and procedures.Complies with standards of business conduct, and state/federal regulations and guidelines.
• Follows appropriate safety and hygiene measures at all times to protect residents and themselves.
• Maintains confidentiality of protected health information, including verbal, written, and electronic communications.
• Reports noncompliance with policies, procedures, regulations, or breaches in confidentiality to appropriate personnel. Reports any retaliation or discrimination to HR or compliance officer.
• Reports any allegations of abuse, neglect, misappropriation of property, exploitation, or mistreatment of residents to supervisor and/or administrator. Protects residents from abuse, and cooperates with all investigations.
• Reports any occupational exposures to blood, body fluids, infectious materials, and/or hazardous chemicals in accordance with facility policy.
• Participates in all life safety and emergency drills and trainings.Fulfills responsibilities as assigned during implementation or activation of the facility’s emergency plan.
• Reports work-related injuries and illnesses immediately to supervisor.
• Follows established infection control policies and procedures.
• As a condition of employment, completes all assigned training and skills competency.

Personal Skills and Traits Desired/ Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

• Ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language.
• Must be a supportive team member, contribute to and be an example of team work.
• Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
• Ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public.
• Must have patience, tact, and willingness to deal with difficult residents, family and staff.
• Must be able to relay information concerning a resident’s condition.
• Must not pose a threat to the health and safety of other individuals in the workplace.
• Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday.
• Meets general health requirements according to facility policy, including medical and physical exams and checking immunity status to various infectious diseases.
• Ability to work beyond normal working hours and on weekends and holidays when necessary.
• Ability to assist in evacuation of residents during emergency situations.
• Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, perform overhead lifting and perform other common physical movements as needed for the position.
• May be subject to falls, burns from equipment, and/or odors throughout the day; encounter reactions from dust, tobacco smoke, disinfectants, and other air contaminants.
• Subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases and/or conditions which include AIDS, Coronavirus, Hepatitis B, and Tuberculosis.
• May be subject to hostile or emotional residents, family members, visitors or personnel.
• Subject to call-back during emergency conditions.
• Subject to frequent interruptions