CMA - Certified Medication Aide/Technician

Pivotal Health Care • Altoona, IA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Prairie Vista Village is seeking a dedicated Certified Medication Aide/Technician (CMA/CMT) to pass medications under the direct supervision of the Charge Nurse and provide direct, hands-on care to residents. The community offers independent living, assisted living, short-term rehabilitation, and long-term care. This is a full-time position of 30 or more hours per week, with an evening shift from 2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. The community generally offers 4-, 8-, and 12-hour shifts for CNA/CMA positions.

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 under the direct supervision of the Charge Nurse, according to physician orders and facility policy.
• Immediately report changes in a resident’s condition to the Charge Nurse.
• Review Tenant Service Plans as needed to remain familiar with tenants’ service needs and preferences.
• Review the Staff 24-Hour Communication log and corresponding Tenant Service Notes daily for changes in service needs or health conditions.
• Provide personal services to tenants as assigned and indicated in Tenant Service Plans.
• Assist tenants 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 and encourage tenant participation.
• Monitor for changes in tenant needs, preferences, or health status, and report or document changes according to established procedures.
• Respond appropriately to emergencies according to training received.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision care plans with company cost sharing for full-time team members
• Company-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP), 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed