Med Aide on Day Shift

YAD Healthcare; Hertford (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Very competitive Wages and Benefits

Flexible Schedule

Paid Time Off

Company Discounts

Company Perks and Activities

Job summary

Hertford Rehabilitation And Healthcare Center in Hertford, NC is hiring a Certified Medication Aide (CMA) for a full-time 7am–7pm shift. The CMA administers oral and topical medications under the supervision of a licensed nurse, following physician orders and state/federal regulations.

The role involves documenting medications, taking vital signs when required, and responding to resident needs and calls. A strong emphasis on safety, quality, and accurate record-keeping is essential.

Qualifications

• CMA certification is required.
• Full-time position with a 7am–7pm schedule.
• Duties performed under a licensed nurse supervision and state/federal regulations.

Responsibilities

• Administers medications as ordered by a physician under supervision of a licensed nurse.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the five rights of medication administration.
• Notifies licensed staff if a resident reports pain.
• May take and record resident vital signs as needed.
• Records medication administration in the computer system and references resident information.
• Responds to resident calls, anticipates needs, and makes rounds with nurse on shift.
• Observes and reports adverse medication reactions to the licensed nurse.
• Supports resident safety and quality of care, reducing health-care errors.
• Administers PRN medications per policy and regulations.
• Reports changes in resident condition or behavior to staff when appropriate.

Skills

Medication administration

Education

CMA Certification

Job description

Hertford Rehabilitation And Healthcare Center, located in Hertford 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.

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(CMA) Certified Medication Aide

Full Time: 7am-7pm

Benefits

• Very competitive Wages and Benefits Package
• Flexible Schedule
• Paid Time Off
• Company Discounts
• Company Perks and Activities

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

• CMA Certification

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