Compassionate CMA: Medication Aide for Senior Care (FT)

MGM Healthcare; McAlester (OK); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay based on experience

Shift differential pay

PTO after 30 days

6 observed holidays with premium pay

Tuition/education reimbursement up to

Take home up to 75% of net wages

401(k) with company match

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life insurance

Teledoc included

Contests and employee appreciation

Job summary

Walnut Grove Care & Rehab is seeking a Certified Medication Aide (CMA) to join our compassionate team in McAlester, OK. This full-time role involves administering medications, resident care, and ensuring safety under licensed supervision.

We offer competitive pay based on experience, shift differentials, PTO after 30 days, holidays with premium pay, education reimbursement, and a 401(k) plan with company match. Join us for a supportive work environment focused on quality care.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or general equivalency is preferred.
• Required valid certification as a CNA & CMA in the state of Oklahoma.
• Six months experience in a long-term care environment is preferred.
• Candidates must maintain a working email address and phone number for employer communication.
• Ability to react decisively and quickly in emergency situations.
• Ability to communicate effectively with residents and their family members, and facility staff.
• Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Additional languages preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs resident care responsibilities in a manner conducive to their safety and comfort consistent with Company Clinical Policies and Procedures as well as state/federal guidelines and regulations.
• 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 center 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 center policy.
• Reports and when appropriate, records any changes observed in condition or behavior of residents and unusual incidents.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Long-term care exp

Emergency response

Communication skills

English proficiency

Additional languages

Education

High School diploma or GED

CNA & CMA certification in Oklahoma

Job description

Walnut Grove Care & Rehab is seeking a Certified Medication Aide (CMA) to join our compassionate team in McAlester, OK. This full-time role involves administering medications, resident care, and ensuring safety under licensed supervision.

We offer competitive pay based on experience, shift differentials, PTO after 30 days, holidays with premium pay, education reimbursement, and a 401(k) plan with company match. Join us for a supportive work environment focused on quality care.