CMA - Certified Medication Aide/Technician (86897)

Pivotal Health Care; West Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, & Vision Plans with %s

401(k) with company match

PTO

Holiday Premium Pay

Volunteer Time Off

Competitive Wages & Shift Differenti

Referral Bonus

Service Award Bonus

Career Path Development

Tuition Assistance & Certification

Job summary

Cedar Ridge Village is a senior living community in West Des Moines, IA, currently seeking a dedicated Certified Medication Aide/Tech (CMA/CMT) to join our team. The CMA/CMT will pass medications under the supervision of the Charge Nurse and provide direct, hands-on care to residents in our 5-star facility.

Shifts include evenings (6p-10p) with Fridays and every other Wednesday, offering part-time hours up to 29 per week.

Qualifications

• Completed CMA training program and passed competency exams for CNA and CMA.
• CMA certification required to pass medications under supervision.

Responsibilities

• Passes medications under the direct supervision of the Charge Nurse according to physician orders and facility policy.
• Reports changes in residents' condition immediately to the Charge Nurse.
• Provides personal services to residents as outlined in Tenant Service Plans and assists with medications when needed.

Skills

CMA/CMT certification

Certified Nursing Assistant

Medication administration

Education

CNA and CMA certification

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Cedar Ridge Village - West Des Moines, IA 50266

Position Type: Part time

Job Category: Health Care

Cedar Ridge Villageis an innovative, beautiful, 5 star, boutique style senior living community. Our mission is simple: to enrich the lives of our residents through purpose, passion & joy in life! Our Community offers several levels of living including: independent living, assisted living, short-term rehab, and long-term care.

In addition to our commitment to provide quality care to our residents, we are also committed to providing a great work environment for our Team Members.

Shifts:In general we offer 4 and 8 hour shifts for our CNA/CMA positions. We have opening for part-time (up to 29 hours weekly) positions.

Evenings: 6p-10p- Every Friday and every other Wednesday

Benefits

• Health, Dental, & Vision Care Plans with company cost share (full-time only)
• Company paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP) that includes counseling sessions for Team Members and their Family.
• 401(k) with company match
• PTO
• Holiday Premium Pay
• Volunteer Time Off
• Competitive Wages & Shift Differentials
• Referral Bonus
• Service Award Bonus
• Career Path Development
• Tuition Assistance & Certification Course Payment
• Fun & engaging team environment

If you're in search of a family based organization with a culture of care and you have a passion for seniors - keep reading!

Role

We are seeking a dedicated Certified Medication Aide/Tech (CMA/CMT) to join ourteam! The Certified Medication Aide/Tech isresponsible for passing medication under the direct supervision of the Charge Nurse and to provide direct, hands-on care to residents.

Responsibilities

• Under the direct supervision of the Charge Nurse, passes medication and provides treatments according to physician’s orders and in accordance with facility policy.
• Reports changes in resident’s condition immediately to the Charge Nurse.
• Reviews Tenant Service Plans as needed to gain and maintain a familiarity with tenant service needs and preferences.
• Reviews the Staff 24-Hour Communication log and corresponding Tenant Service Notes on a daily basis for information about changes in tenant service needs and/or health conditions.
• Provides personal services to tenants as assigned and as indicated on Tenant Service Plans.
• Assists tenants with medications and/or treatments as assigned and allowed by regulation.
• Responds to calls from the emergency call system in a timely manner.
• Demonstrates knowledge of and follows infection control procedures.
• Assists in the dining room during meal times
• Assists in maintaining a clean, comfortable, and safe environment by providing housekeeping services as needed.
• Assists with individual tenant and group social/recreational activities as requested; encourages tenant participation in activities.
• Monitors for changes in tenant needs, preferences, and/or health status, and reports/documents any changes according to established procedures.
• Responds to emergencies in an appropriate manner as per training received.

Qualifications

The Certified Medication Aide/Tech must have completed an approved training program and passed competency examinations in clinical skills and written knowledge to obtain certification as both a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) and Certified Medication Aide (CMA).

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We are an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, marital status, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability of any other characteristic protected by law. Our family of retirement communities are proud to be a tobacco-free campus, including but not limited to electronic cigarettes. We follow CMS and CDC protocols and guidelines.

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