Certified Medication Aide (CMA)
About The Position
Under the supervision of a Licensed Nurse, the Certified Medication Aide (CMA) prepares and administers medications and performs duties consistent with those of a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA). Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Prepare, administer, and document medications in accordance with accepted practices, policies, and regulatory requirements under the direction and supervision of a Licensed Nurse. Assist residents with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, grooming, toileting, changing bed linens, and positioning in and out of beds or chairs; support resident recreational activities; prepare residents for meals and snacks; assist with feeding as needed; and accurately record food and fluid intake. Review and follow daily care plans; perform assigned restorative and rehabilitative procedures; monitor, measure, and record vital signs; promptly report changes in resident conditions to the nurse in charge; document care provided on resident records and flow sheets; and report accidents and incidents per policy. Adhere to all safety, infection control, and sanitation policies and promptly report any violations or concerns to a supervisor. Attend orientation and required in-service training in compliance with state regulations. Understand, comply with, and actively promote residents’ rights at all times. Foster positive relationships with residents, families, visitors, and regulatory representatives by maintaining a professional appearance, attitude, and conduct. Assist with the admission, transfer, and discharge of residents as assigned. Participate in staff meetings, training, and educational activities; assist with the orientation and training of new staff members. Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Must hold current state certification as a Certified Medication Aide (CMA) in good standing with the state.
- Must be able to interact positively with residents, families, and regulatory agencies, and work collaboratively with employees at all levels.
- Must be able to maintain consistent attendance and be willing to work long or irregular hours, often under pressure.
- Must comply with all local health regulations and successfully complete a post-offer health assessment.
- Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Ability to read, write, and speak fluent English to communicate effectively with residents, families, staff, and community agencies.
- Ability to perform physical activities such as walking, reaching, bending, stretching, pulling, and lifting.
- Adequate fine and gross motor coordination to carry out required tasks.
Responsibilities
- Prepare, administer, and document medications in accordance with accepted practices, policies, and regulatory requirements under the direction and supervision of a Licensed Nurse.
- Assist residents with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, grooming, toileting, changing bed linens, and positioning in and out of beds or chairs; support resident recreational activities; prepare residents for meals and snacks; assist with feeding as needed; and accurately record food and fluid intake.
- Review and follow daily care plans; perform assigned restorative and rehabilitative procedures; monitor, measure, and record vital signs; promptly report changes in resident conditions to the nurse in charge; document care provided on resident records and flow sheets; and report accidents and incidents per policy.
- Adhere to all safety, infection control, and sanitation policies and promptly report any violations or concerns to a supervisor.
- Attend orientation and required in-service training in compliance with state regulations.
- Understand, comply with, and actively promote residents’ rights at all times.
- Foster positive relationships with residents, families, visitors, and regulatory representatives by maintaining a professional appearance, attitude, and conduct.
- Assist with the admission, transfer, and discharge of residents as assigned.
- Participate in staff meetings, training, and educational activities; assist with the orientation and training of new staff members.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
