Medication Aide/CNA - Part Time

Pinnacle Living; Virginia; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Pinnacle Living is seeking a Part-Time Medication Aide/CNA dedicated to providing high-quality care in an assisted living environment. The role involves assisting residents with their daily activities and ensuring proper medication administration as per state regulations. Applicants must possess a CNA and RMA certification in Virginia, with a commitment to promoting residents' independence and involvement in community activities.

Benefits

Double Time for working on holidays

Paid Personal half day each year

Free parking available

Cash advance on paycheck via PayActiv

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Licensed in Virginia as a CNA and RMA required.
• Graduate from an approved Nursing Assistant Program.
• Experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides routine resident services and documentation.
• Administers medications and assists with daily living activities.
• Follows policies for medication administration and maintains records.

Skills

Basic communication skills

Medication terminology

Education

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Registered Medication Aide (RMA)

CPR/AED Certification

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Base pay range

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Job Description

JOB SUMMARY:

Provides routine resident services using effective, outcome focused services, such as medication and treatment procedures including charting, nourishment, activities of daily living (ADL’s), etc. Documents services and responds to resident needs. Must be licensed in the state of Virginia as a Registered Medication Aide and a Certified Nurse Aide. The Medication Aide provides quality care and assistance with activities of daily living for residents of the community as well as assists with the administration of prescribed medications within the established scope of practice. The Medication Aide encourages all residents to function at their highest level of independence and to participate in community activities.

Education, Experience, Certification And Licensure Requirements

• Graduate from an approved certified Nursing Assistant Program.
• Certified as a Nursing Assistant in Virginia (CNA) and Register Medication Aide (RMA) REQUIRED.
• CPR/AED certification required.
• Graduate of a medication training program, including insulin module and meet 54.1-34-8 Code of Virginia Requirement.
• Experience preferred.
  
  

Job Duties

• Understands the implications of resident rights regarding medications, treatment decisions and confidentiality.
• Recognize emergencies and other health-threatening conditions and respond accordingly.
• Identify medication terminology and abbreviations.
• Implement standard precautions.
• Cleans and disinfects as needed.
• Properly dispose of infectious waste according to state law.
• Review administration records and Doctor’s orders.
• Maintain resident medical records while abiding by HIPAA policies and procedures. Facilitate resident awareness of medication purpose and effects.
• Demonstrate the five rights of medication administration.
• Follow policy for medication administration. Measure and record vital signs, as indicated.
• Assist resident to administer oral medications and documentation of medication administration.
• Report to charge nurse and document a resident’s refusal to take medication.
• Document medication errors.
• Store and secure all medications.
• Maintain an inventory of medications.
• Dispose of medications according to pharmacy guidelines.
• If needed, assist residents to administer medications and treatments.
• Assist with ADLs as needed.
• Document care provided in medical record.
• Attends mandatory in-service education and completes Relias Learning in-services.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Basic conceptual knowledge of theories, practices, and procedures within medication and nursing assistance, typically acquired through certified program.
• Basic verbal and written communication skills required.
• Demonstrates working knowledge of common medical processes and treatments.
  
  

Physical Requirements And Working Conditions

• May include frequent lifting (up to 50lbs).
• Extensive walking, bending, stooping, standing.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple tasks.
• Ability to work inside and outside to effectively make rounds daily throughout the facility and to respond to problems and emergencies.
• Ability to lift and move residents.
• Universal staffing, holiday, inclement weather, and a flexible work schedule are required in health services to meet the needs of the job.
• Exposure to the sights, sounds and odors of a typical long-term care and health care environment serving senior citizens, some with dementia.
  
  

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Benefits

• Double Time when working designated holidays.
• 8 Federal Holidays, including Martin Luther King Day and Juneteenth
• Paid Personal half day is provided each year.
• Free parking available
• PayActiv – Cash advance on your paycheck available
• Employee Assistance Program – LifeSolutions EPA
• Team Member referral bonus available
• Additional benefits are available for those who average 30+ hours per week.
  
  

Company Description

A Top Richmond Workplace Winner for the 7th year in a row! At Cedarfield our team members are dedicated to creating a community where age does not define the person. Our mission of Enriching Life’s Journey guides our team in delivering service that focus on autonomy and self-direction, whether that is done in our residents’ cottages, apartments, assisted living, memory support or nursing residences. Our values of Culture, Stewardship, Partnership, Diversity, Hospitality and Quality form a framework for everything we do. If you possess strong professional skills and a desire to serve others by promoting person centered services in a team environment, we invite you to continue with this job application.

Vaccination Requirement

Employees hired for this position will be required to follow Pinnacle Living’s company-wide policies of being or becoming fully vaccinated against the annual flu, each subject to potential accommodation for medical reasons or religious beliefs.

Seniority level

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  Entry level

Employment type

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Job function

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