CMA Med Aide PRN 7pm

YAD Healthcare; Fletcher (NC); Sur place; USD 28 000 - 36 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive wages

Flexible schedule

Paid time off

Company discounts

Company perks

Résumé du poste

Fletcher Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center in Fletcher, NC is hiring a Certified Medication Aide (CMA) for a PRN four-hour night shift (7pm - 11pm). The CMA administers oral and topical medications under physician orders, with supervision by a licensed nurse, and supports resident comfort and safety.

The role requires CMA certification and knowledge of the five rights of medication administration, with accurate documentation in the resident chart and timely communication with the nursing team.

Qualifications

• CMA certification required and in good standing.
• Ability to administer medications under physician orders.
• Knowledge of five rights of medication administration.

Responsabilités

• Administers medications as ordered under supervision.
• Records medications and treatments in the computer system.
• Notifies licensed staff of resident concerns or changes.
• Monitors residents and records vital signs as required.
• Ensures resident safety and adheres to regulations.

Connaissances

Medication administration

Patient care

Vital signs

Documentation

Formation

CMA Certification

Outils

Electronic charting

Description du poste

Fletcher Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center, located in Fletcher, 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

PRN Four Hour Night Shift 7pm - 11pm

Benefits:

• Very competitive Wages and Benefits Package
• Flexible Schedule
• Paid Time Off
• Company Discounts
• Company Perks and Activities

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