CMA Nurse: Direct Medication & Resident Care

Omega Senior Living; Kearney (NE); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k Retirement Savings Plan

COMPANY PAID Life Insurance

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

Competitive Pay

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

Omega Senior Living in Kearney, NE is seeking a CMA (Certified Medication Aide) to join our team. The role involves administering medications as ordered by the physician, under supervision, and delivering direct resident care per the individualized care plan. Applicants must have a high school diploma and a state‑approved CMA license.

Prior CMA experience, especially in SNF settings, is preferred. The job requires independent decision making, accurate documentation, and adherence to infection

Qualifications

• Must possess, as a minimum, a high school education or its equivalent.
• Must be a licensed Certified Medication Aide having successfully completed a state approved training program and any necessary examination(s) in accordance with laws of this State.
• Prefer prior experience in AL or SNU. Prefer prior experience as a certified medication aide for a least 1 year.

Responsibilities

• Exercises independent judgment and discretion in personnel tasks with the understanding that the responsibilities are not routine or limited to resident care matters. Maintains a clean, safe environment in the community.
• Administers or assists with self-administration of medication and treatments as prescribed by the health care provider. Observes resident’s response to existing treatment plan, is aware of prominent medication interactions and side effects, and observes resident for occurrence of such and notifies supervisor. Adheres to community infection control policies and procedures.
• Responsible for daily documentation in resident records according to state regulations where applicable, such as completing necessary forms, charts, reports, etc., and submit these as may be required. Observes and documents the health and emotional condition of each resident, promptly reporting all changes to the supervisor.
• Follows the facility’s procedures allowing residents to self-administer his or her medications. Monitoring and documenting all aspects of such self-administering. Exhibits understanding of and follows medication policies and procedures.
• Receives report on all residents.
• Provides direct resident care.

Education

High school education or equivalent

Certified Medication Aide license

Job description

Omega Senior Living in Kearney, NE is seeking a CMA (Certified Medication Aide) to join our team. The role involves administering medications as ordered by the physician, under supervision, and delivering direct resident care per the individualized care plan. Applicants must have a high school diploma and a state‑approved CMA license.

Prior CMA experience, especially in SNF settings, is preferred. The job requires independent decision making, accurate documentation, and adherence to infection