Ohio Certified Medication Aide

The Village of St Edward; Wadsworth (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

LOW resident/patient to staff ratios

Competitive wages with regular wage分析

Perfect Attendance Recognition and 4

Wellness Initiatives with Rewards

Developmental Training Opportunities

Community Involvement Events

Family Friendly Events

Cell phone discounts

Job summary

The Village of St. Edward is seeking a Certified Medication Aide to work 4 hours per week, 7pm–11pm, every other weekend with holiday rotation. The role supports residents’ personal care and administers medications as delegated by a nurse.

Candidates must hold Ohio Medication Aide Certification and, ideally, be an STNA in good standing; safe lifting ability and compassionate communication are essential for providing quality care in a not-for-profit community.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Must have reliable transportation
• High school education or equivalent preferred
• Must be a State Tested Nursing Assistant (STNA) in Ohio in good standing or a Resident Assistant with 2 years full experience preferred
• Current Medication Aide Certification approved by Ohio Board of Nursing
• Must be able to lift, push and pull 50 pounds independently and over 50 pounds with assistance
• Possesses dexterity to feed, bathe, etc.
• Ability to bend, stoop, and reach at different angles
• Walks, stands, and sits intermittently throughout the day
• Must understand infection control practices
• Must communicate professionally and with empathy to residents, families, visitors and coworkers
• Must be able to make independent decisions
• Must be available to respond to emergencies
• Holiday rotation availability

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care for residents as assigned by the nurse
• Administer certain types of medication as directed by LPN/RN
• Monitor resident conditions and report changes
• Document care and report any condition changes
• Monitor for potential drug reactions as directed by nursing staff

Skills

Medication administration

Empathy

Professional communication

Infection control

Education

High school education or equivalent

STNA certification (Ohio)

Resident Assistant with 2 years experience

Job description

Certified Medication Aide - 4 hrs/wk, 7pm-11pm, Every other weekend (Saturday Sunday); holiday rotation required

Must have Medication Aide Certification through the state of Ohio Nursing Board**

Summary Of Position

In accordance with the mission and values of The Village of St. Edward the Medication Aide provides for personal care needs of residents and provides assistance and activities as delegated by the nurse. Some tasks that are delegated by the supervising LPN/RN including monitoring resident conditions, documenting and reporting any condition changes, monitoring for drug reactions and at the direction of LPN/RN, administer certain types of medication.

Qualifications:

• Must at least be 18 years of age
• Must have reliable transportation
• High school education or equivalent preferred.
• Must be a State Tested Nursing Assistant (STNA) in Ohio in good standing or a Resident Assistant with 2 years full experience preferred
• Current Medication Aide Certification approved by Ohio Board of Nursing
• Must be able to lift, push and pull 50 pounds independently and over 50 pounds with assistance.
• Possesses the necessary dexterity to feed, bathe, etc.
• Possesses the ability to bend, stoop, and reach at different angles.
• Walks, stands, and sits intermittently throughout the day.
• Well-lighted, well-ventilated rooms and halls.
• Must understand infection control performance.
• Must be able to utilize therapeutic communication.
• Must communicate professionally and with empathy to residents, families, visitors and coworkers
• Required to make independent decisions.
• Required to assist in response to emergency situations.
• Availability to work a holiday rotation

The Village of St. Edward offers this position

• A kind and welcoming work environment
• LOW resident/patient to staff ratios
• Competitive wages with regular analyses
• Perfect Attendance Recognition and Rewards
• Wellness Initiatives with Rewards
• Developmental Training Opportunities
• Community Involvement Events
• Family Friendly Events (Santa Claus, Egg Hunting, Trick or Treating, etc.)
• Cell phone discounts as well as others
• And more!

Feel good about the work you do!

The Village of St. Edward is a not-for-profit organization that supports each person as a valued member of this community. We foster a compassionate environment by promoting excellence in service and a community of belonging with Christ-centered care. Core Values: Benevolence, Respect, Integrity, Commitment, and Kindness!

Certified Medication Aide, STNA, Assisted Living, State Testing Nursing Assistant, Memory Care, CMA