CMA Med Aide PRN All Shifts

YAD Healthcare; Wilson (NC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid orientation

Very supportive management

Employee discounts

Same day pay option

Employee Engagement program

Staff appreciation lunches and give ou

Company Swag

Opportunities for advancement

University partner, offering tuition"}

Job summary

Wilson Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center in Wilson, NC is hiring a CMA Certified Medication Aide to administer medications under the supervision of a licensed nurse. Must also hold a CNA certificate and North Carolina CMA license.

This PRN position offers flexible day, evening, and night shifts to support our residents. We provide paid orientation, supportive management, tuition assistance, and opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• Administers medications as ordered by a physician under supervision of a licensed nurse, per state/federal regulations.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the five rights of medication administration.
• Notifies licensed staff when a resident reports pain.
• May take and record vital signs for certain medications.
• Records administration of medications and treatments in the resident chart/computer.
• Responds to resident call lights and checks on residents during shift.
• Observes and reports any reactions or side effects to a licensed nurse.
• Performs resident care safely to minimize health care errors.
• Supports a culture of safety and quality.
• Administers PRN medications per facility policy.
• Reports changes in residents’ condition or incidents as appropriate.

Responsibilities

• Administers medications as ordered by a physician under the supervision of a licensed nurse, in accordance with state and federal regulations and facility policy.
• Notifies licensed staff when a resident complains of pain and records relevant data.
• Takes and records vital signs as assigned or required by medications.
• Records medication administration and treatments in the computer system as needed.
• Responds to resident call lights and checks on residents on the shift.
• Observes for adverse reactions and informs the licensed nurse.
• Maintains resident safety and reduces health care errors.
• Supports safety and quality culture within the facility.
• Administers PRN meds per policy and regulations.
• Reports changes observed in condition or behavior from residents.

Education

CMA Certification NC

CNA Certification NC

Job description

Wilson Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center, located in Wilson, 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

Must also have CNA certificate

PRN

• Day Shift 7:00AM - 3:00PM
• Evening Shift 3:00PM - 11:00PM
• Night Shift 11:00PM - 7:00AM

AMAZING BENEFITS!

• Paid orientation
• Very supportive management
• Employee discounts
• Same day pay option
• Employee Engagement program
• Staff appreciation lunches and give outs
• Company Swag
• Opportunities for advancement
• University partner, offering tuition assistance to staff and dependents

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 for CNA:

• CMA Certification in the state of North Carolina
• CNA Certification in the state of North Carolina

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