Certified Medication Aide (CMA) 2pm-10pm Full Time (+ every other weekend) Brookhaven, Ga

Orchard at Brookhaven•Atlanta, GA

11d•Onsite

About The Position

This position administers prescribed medications and treatments under the direct supervision of the Health and Wellbeing Director. In addition, this position will provide personal care service to the residents and perform related tasks at the community in accordance with the plan of care assigned by the Health and Wellbeing Director.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
Successful completion of a state approved nursing assistant training program and a state approved trained medication assistant program
Good standing on the Georgia Certified Medication Aide Registry and have no record of being terminated for cause relating to the performance of medication aide tasks (Rule 111-8-63-.20 5a)
Current certification in medication administration.
Must be able to submit written competency test and skills check-off list prior to assuming position
Must successfully clear a background check, TB skin test or x-ray, and health screening
Current CPR certification
Current certificate of training for successful completion of the five (5) hour initial fire safety training provided by the Rules and Regulations of the Georgia Safety Fire Commissioner

Responsibilities

Administer physician ordered medication to resident's and maintain related medical records under the supervision of the Health and Wellbeing Director
Verify identity of residents receiving medication and record name of drug, dosage, route, and time of administration on specified forms of records
Presents medication to resident and observes ingestion or other application, or administers medication, using specified procedures
Takes vital signs or observes residents to detect respond to specified types of medication and prepares report or notifies designed personnel of unexpected reactions
Documents reasons prescribed drugs are not administered
Adheres to medication administration policy
May receive supply of ordered medications and apportion, mix, or assemble drugs for administration to resident
May record and restock medication inventory
Maintains Georgia state CMA requirements for assisted living communities (Rule 111-8-63-.20 5): 5a. Good standing on Georgia CMA Registry 5b. Participates in an annual CMA skills competency check which meets the requirements contained in the standardized clinical skills competency checklist used to certify medication aides. 5c. Successful demonstration of CMA skills during quarterly observations conducted by a licensed registered professional nurse or a pharmacist 5d. Follow state CMA protocols in order for the community to maintain compliance and successful completion of quarterly drug regimen reviews conducted by a licensed pharmacist 5f. Successfully completes an annual comprehensive clinical skills competency review. The skills competency checklist is administered by a Georgia-licensed registered nurse, pharmacist or physician. Testing includes observation and verbal testing scenarios
Under the direction of the HWD, the CMA may perform the following tasks related to the administration of medications utilizing only unit or multidose packaging of medications (Rule 111-8-63-.20 5e): o Administer physician ordered oral, ophthalmic, topical, otic, nasal, vaginal and rectal medications o Administer insulin, epinephrine, and B12 pursuant to physical direction and protocol o Administer medications via a metered dose inhaler o Conduct finger stick blood glucose testing following established protocol o Administer a commercially prepared disposable enema ordered by a physician o Assist residents in the supervisor of self-administration of medications
Provides bed bath, shower or tub bath as appropriate
Provides appropriate care of skin, hair, nails, mouth and feet
Provides good body alignment, positioning, and range of motion exercises for non-ambulatory residents
Assists resident in and out of bed and with ambulation
Assists resident with use of bedpan, urinal, commode and bathroom
Assists with feeding and dressing resident
Monitors and records temperature, pulse, respirations and blood pressure, as directed by the HWD. Significant changes in the residents' condition will be reported to the HWD immediately
Changes simple dressings and ostomy bags
Change Colostomy bags
Assist with catheter cares
Reminds and assists resident in taking pre-measured medications
Maintains an accurate and complete record of care provided and documents observations appropriately
Performs various housekeeping duties related to resident care
Responsible for maintenance of electronic medical records, assuring accuracy, completeness and compliance with regulations, certification standards, legal and ethical standards
Supports, instructs and educates the resident, family, and caregiver
Provides personal care to the resident in a compassionate and understanding manner consistent with the Orchard philosophy
Maintains the dignity of the resident
Provides person-centered care across treatment settings to improve the quality of life
Consults and collaborates with the interdisciplinary team and others involved in the resident's care
Provides leadership oversight of team members and accountability to policies and procedures such as uniform, shift start times, absenteeism and professional interactions
Assists residents during activity programs, memory enhancement programs and performance improvement exercises o Performs various laundry and meal service duties
Focuses on solving conflict and not blaming
Listens to others without interrupting and keeps emotions under control- Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things
Practices infection control and special precautions in all resident care duties
Works with integrity; upholds organizational values
Must be able to work semi-independently and have strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating procedures, policies and employee manuals
Ability to write reports and correspondence
Ability to speak effectively in front of others
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables in situations
High level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations and documentation, and interaction with residents' families and families experiencing loss
Attention to detail to ensure accuracy
Must be proficient in English and able to read, write and follow instructions in English (Rule 111-8-63-.20 2b): Demonstrates and knowledgeable of the Six (6) Rights of Medication Pass ("Right" resident, medication, dosage, time, route, right to refuse)
Adheres to all Orchard policies and procedures
Maintains absolute confidentiality of all information pertaining to residents, families, and staff and adhere to all HIPAA rules
Displays a positive and professional image and attitude in all relationships with residents, families, peers and in the community- Outlined in detail in the employee handbook
Maintains positive communication and team collaboration
Serves as an ambassador for Orchard at all times
Demonstrates ongoing responsibility for self-education
Maintains resident and personal safety regarding occupational health and safety
Attends regularly scheduled department meetings
Responsible for maintaining all continuing education and training requirements for position
Attends and participates in onsite training and continuing education as required
Participates in safety program, as requested
Cooperates to investigate employee injuries
Promotes and support safety awareness and implement safety operations
Participates in orientation of new employees
Participates in volunteer orientations, training and education as requested
Remains updated on all state regulations related to position
Ensures compliance with all state and federal regulations (i.e. OSHA)
Participates in the risk management programs
Demonstrates the ability to be innovative and creative and have patience, high energy and resourcefulness in problem solving
Ability to work evenings, weekends and flexible hours when necessary to meet the needs of our residents
Follows Professional Dress Code policies as outlined in the employee handbook for community and department specific standards
Adheres to Orchard's No Cell Phone policy as outlined in the employee handbook at all times
Perform other related duties as assigned.