CMA: Compassionate Medication Aide for Seniors

The Villages of Indiana; Big Four Yard (IN); Sur place; USD 28 000 - 36 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The Villages of Indiana is seeking a dedicated Medication Assistant to support residents with daily medication administration under physician orders, following all policies and procedures.

Qualified candidates will have CMA certification, current CPR and First Aid, a High School Diploma or GED, and experience in geriatrics or caregiving; empathy and patience are essential for residents at all cognitive levels.

Qualifications

• CPR and First Aid certification required.
• CMA certification required.
• Experience with elderly population preferred.
• High School Diploma or GED required.

Responsabilités

• Prepare and administer medication and treatments as ordered by physician in accordance with policy and procedures.
• Verify resident identity before administering medication or treatment.
• Follow hand-washing policy for medication passing, universal precautions and infection control.
• Order medications, supplies, and equipment as necessary in accordance with established policy.
• Remove expired or discontinued medications for cart and resident apartments as required.
• Ensure medication records are accurate for your shift and keys are always accounted for.
• Review medication sheets for completeness and accuracy.
• Report discrepancies to supervisor promptly.
• Document important events in the 24-hour report.
• Assist with activities of daily living.

Connaissances

CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

CMA Certification

Geriatrics Experience

High School Diploma or GED

Formation

High School Diploma or GED

Description du poste

The Villages of Indiana is seeking a dedicated Medication Assistant to support residents with daily medication administration under physician orders, following all policies and procedures.

Qualified candidates will have CMA certification, current CPR and First Aid, a High School Diploma or GED, and experience in geriatrics or caregiving; empathy and patience are essential for residents at all cognitive levels.