Compassionate CMA: Senior Care Medication Aide – FT

The Aspenwood Company - Village On the Park Plano; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 29,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K match 4%

Discounts on purchases

Holiday pay

PTO rollover

Employee assistance program

Paycheck advances

Healthcare options

Financial hardship programs

Compassionate leave

PTO cashout

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

The Crestmoor at Green Hills is hiring a Certified Medication Aide to provide compassionate, detail-oriented care for residents in a memory-focused community in Nashville. This full-time role includes medication administration, record-keeping, and collaboration with the care team.

Responsibilities include supervising self-administration, assisting with EMR tasks, and participating in the emergency response team.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Certified Nurse Assistant with state-approved Medication Assistant Certification.
• Current CPR certification.
• 6 months to 1 year of prior resident care experience, preferably with seniors.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills, good judgment, and attention to detail.
• Understanding of HIPAA requirements.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed, monitor residents' responses, and notify the Director of Resident Care of any concerns.
• Assist residents with medication according to procedures and supervise self-administration.
• Maintain accurate and timely records, including medication distribution, leisure activities, incidents, observations, and changes in resident condition.
• Write weekly/monthly summaries addressing issues identified in service plans.
• Assist with EMR training, order verification, onboarding new employees, and handling incident reports and communications in the absence of the nurse.
• Ensure the cleanliness and organization of the medicine supply room.
• Receive and manage reports on all residents.
• Count controlled substances with outgoing RMAs and ensure accuracy before accepting keys.
• Provide direct resident care as outlined in the Resident Assistant Job Description.
• Follow procedures during emergencies and respond promptly to resident requests.
• Promote teamwork through cooperative interactions with co-workers.
• Maintain high standards of appearance, cleanliness, and personal hygiene.
• Attend all required in-service training sessions.
• Be an active member of the community’s emergency response team.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

HIPAA understanding

Education

High School diploma or GED

Certified Nurse Assistant certification

CPR certification

Job description

The Crestmoor at Green Hills is hiring a Certified Medication Aide to provide compassionate, detail-oriented care for residents in a memory-focused community in Nashville. This full-time role includes medication administration, record-keeping, and collaboration with the care team.

Responsibilities include supervising self-administration, assisting with EMR tasks, and participating in the emergency response team.