CMA - Certified Medication Aide/Technician (88111)
About The Position
Prairie Vista Village is seeking a dedicated Certified Medication Aide/Technician to provide medication assistance and direct, hands-on care to residents in a senior living community. The community offers independent living, assisted living, short-term rehabilitation, and long-term care. The role passes medications under the direct supervision of the Charge Nurse and provides treatments and personal services in accordance with physician orders, resident service plans, facility policies, and applicable regulations. This is a full-time position of 30 or more hours per week, with an evening shift listed as 2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. The community generally offers 4-, 8-, and 12-hour shifts for CNA/CMA positions. Prairie Vista Village is part of a family of retirement communities and describes its mission as enriching residents’ lives through purpose, passion, and joy. The organization also states that its campuses are tobacco-free and that it follows CMS and CDC protocols and guidelines.
Requirements
- Complete an approved training program.
- Pass competency examinations in clinical skills and written knowledge to obtain certification as both a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) and Certified Medication Aide (CMA).
Responsibilities
- Pass medications and provide treatments according to physician orders and facility policy, under the direct supervision of the Charge Nurse.
- Immediately report changes in residents’ conditions to the Charge Nurse.
- Review Tenant Service Plans as needed to remain familiar with residents’ service needs and preferences.
- Review the Staff 24-Hour Communication log and related Tenant Service Notes daily for changes in service needs or health conditions.
- Provide personal services as assigned and indicated on Tenant Service Plans.
- Assist residents with medications and treatments as assigned and permitted by regulation.
- Respond promptly to calls from the emergency call system.
- Follow infection-control procedures.
- Assist in the dining room during meal times.
- Help maintain a clean, comfortable, and safe environment by providing housekeeping services as needed.
- Assist with individual and group social or recreational activities as requested and encourage resident participation.
- Monitor for changes in residents’ needs, preferences, or health status, and report or document changes according to established procedures.
- Respond appropriately to emergencies according to received training.
Benefits
- Health, dental, and vision care plans with company cost sharing for full-time employees
- Company-paid Employee Assistance Program, including counseling sessions for team members and their families
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off
- Holiday premium pay
- Volunteer time off
- Competitive wages and shift differentials
- Referral bonus
- Service award bonus
- Career path development
- Tuition assistance and certification course payment
- Fun and engaging team environment
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
