Compassionate Medication Care Specialist

Ohio Living; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Ohio Living is seeking a Certified Medication Aide to administer prescribed drugs to residents under direct supervision, in accordance with state and federal guidelines. This role supports clinical care on a designated unit and requires attentiveness to residents' safety and comfort.

You will assist with medication administration, observe for adverse reactions, document accurately, and communicate changes to the nursing team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Current Ohio CMA certification required.
• One year health care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Care Management and Service Delivery: Dispenses medications under supervision, observes for reactions, reports to Charge Nurse, maintains warm, calm unit environment.
• Operations Management: Stocks medication cart, ensures CNAs’ rounds are timely, checks rooms for meds and items, maintains clean and safe patient areas, attends meetings.
• Administration and Reporting: Records medication administration, reports changes in patient condition and concerns to the Charge Nurse.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Ohio CMA certification

Job description

Ohio Living is seeking a Certified Medication Aide to administer prescribed drugs to residents under direct supervision, in accordance with state and federal guidelines. This role supports clinical care on a designated unit and requires attentiveness to residents' safety and comfort.

You will assist with medication administration, observe for adverse reactions, document accurately, and communicate changes to the nursing team.