Part-Time Trained Medication Assistant (TMA) – CNA Certified

Ecumen; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 37,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Flexible spending account

Health Savings Account

Life & disability insurance

Paid time off

6% 401(k) match

Job summary

Ecumen St. Benedict's Community in St. Cloud, MN, is seeking a Part-Time Trained Medication Assistant (TMA) to provide direct care and medication administration with an afternoon shift and every-other-weekend rotation.

The TMA must hold CNA certification (NAR Registry) and have completed the TMA course. Responsibilities include documenting medications, notifying nurses of errors, and performing CNA duties such as feeding and ADLs.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years old or older.
• Certified Nursing Assistant (NAR Registry) in good standing and TMA course completed.
• Minimum 1000 working hours as a Certified Nursing Assistant.
• Current valid driver's license and proof of vehicle insurance (if applicable).
• Ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal formats.
• Ability to follow all safety rules, regulations, policies and procedures of the facility including HIPAA and related laws.
• Basic mathematical skills for counting, distributing, and documenting medications.

Responsibilities

• Administers medications to patients/residents under the direction of a licensed nurse.
• Documents all medications provided, including correct medication, correct dosage and correct time given to correct residents.
• Immediately notifies nurse of any medication errors or refusals by resident to take medication.
• Maintains and controls all medications, keeping medications secure and safe at all times; follows all state and federal guidelines.
• Responds to resident call lights and requests, and notifies nurse of any resident care needs or changes in condition.
• Observes and reports any unsafe conditions and/or equipment malfunction to management.
• Performs all Certified Nursing Assistant functions as required (i.e. feeding, lift and transfer, ADL's, etc.).

Skills

Medication administration

Communication skills

Attention to detail

CNA certification

Education

Certified Nursing Assistant (NAR Registry)

Trained Medication Assistant course

Driver's license

Job description

Ecumen St. Benedict's Community in St. Cloud, MN, is seeking a Part-Time Trained Medication Assistant (TMA) to provide direct care and medication administration with an afternoon shift and every-other-weekend rotation.

The TMA must hold CNA certification (NAR Registry) and have completed the TMA course. Responsibilities include documenting medications, notifying nurses of errors, and performing CNA duties such as feeding and ADLs.