CMA - Certified Medication Aide/Technician - Part Time and Full Time (87480)

Pivotal Health Care; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental & Vision care plans

401(k) with company match

PTO

Holiday Premium Pay

Volunteer Time Off

Referral Bonus

Service Award Bonus

Career Path Development

Tuition Assistance & Certification

Fun & engaging team environment

Job summary

Pivotal Health Care’s Westchester Village in Lenexa, KS is seeking a dedicated Certified Medication Aide/Tech (CMA/CMT) to join our care team. This role passes medications under the supervision of the Charge Nurse and provides hands-on resident care in a senior living community.

The CMA/CMT works closely with nurses, follows physician orders, and contributes to a clean, safe environment. Qualified candidates have CMA/CNA certification, completed approved training, and a compassionate approach to

Qualifications

• Completed CMA/CNA training program.
• Certification as both CMA and CNA with competency examinations.

Responsibilities

• Pass medications under the direct supervision of the Charge Nurse according to physician orders and facility policy.
• Report changes in residents’ conditions immediately to the Charge Nurse.
• Review Tenant Service Plans to understand needs and preferences.
• Monitor and document health changes and health plans as required.
• Assist residents with medications and treatments as assigned and allowed by regulation.
• Respond to emergency calls promptly and maintain infection control procedures.

Education

CNA and CMA certification

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Westchester Village of Lenexa - Lenexa, KS 66215, Position Type: Full Time & Part Time, Job Category: Health Care, Westchester Village is 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.

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

Role

We are seeking a dedicated Certified Medication Aide/Tech (CMA/CMT) to join our team! The Certified Medication Aide/Tech is responsible 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).

Locations

• Colonial Village, Overland Park, KS
• Maggie's Place of Colonial Village, Overland Park, KS
• Westchester Village, Lenexa KS
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• Cedar Ridge Village, West Des Moines, IA
• Northridge Village, Ames, IA
• Kennybrook Village, Grimes, IA

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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