Medication Aide- CMA

Yad Health; Elizabeth City (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Very competitive wages and benefits

Flexible Schedule

Paid Time Off

Company Discounts

Company Perks and Activites

Job summary

Hertford Rehabilitation And Healthcare Center in Hertford, NC is hiring a part-time Certified Medication Aide (CMA) to administer oral and topical medications under supervision, following the five rights and all regulatory requirements.

The CMA will document medication administration, monitor residents, respond to calls, and assist with routine care to ensure safety and well-being. CMA certification is required for this position.

Qualifications

• Administers medications as ordered by a physician under supervision of a licensed nurse.
• Follows state and federal regulations and facility policies.
• Maintains knowledge of the five rights of medication administration.

Responsibilities

• Administers medications as ordered by a physician under supervision of a licensed nurse, in accordance with state and federal regulations and facility policy.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the five rights of medication administration.
• Notifies appropriate licensed staff when a resident complains of pain.
• May take and record vital signs of residents as assigned or as required by certain medications.
• Records the administration of medications using the computer system to enter resident information.
• Answers resident call lights and checks on residents under supervision of a licensed nurse or charge nurse on 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 to enhance safety and reduce health care errors.
• Supports and maintains a culture of safety and quality.
• Administers PRN medications in accordance with state and federal regulations and facility policy.
• Reports changes observed in condition or behavior of residents to staff.

Skills

Five rights of medication

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.

NOW HIRING:

(CMA) Certified Medication Aide Part Time

Benefits:

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

Job Description:

The overall purpose of theCertified 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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