Certified Medication Aide - PRN

Grace Management•Memphis, TN

About The Position

The Certified Medication Aide (CMA) administers, assists with, or supervises the administration of residents’ medications in accordance with physician orders, state regulations, and company policies. The CMA also provides physical and psychosocial care that promotes residents’ dignity, choice, and individuality. The position reports to the supervisor on duty and the Wellness Director. The role includes supporting residents with activities of daily living, monitoring and reporting changes in their condition, responding to emergencies, maintaining medication security and accurate documentation, and following infection-control and safety procedures. The CMA also collaborates with residents, families, coworkers, and other departments, and may assist with housekeeping, dining, transportation, activities, and other resident services. The position is PRN, listed as part-time every other weekend, Saturday and Sunday, from 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.

Requirements

Satisfactory completion of state-required education, certificates, and testing for medication aides, as well as the Company Medication Aide Skills Competency Checklist.
Ability to read, write, and speak in English.
Good physical health and freedom from communicable diseases.
Ability to lift 40 pounds; lifting, bending, and pushing a medication cart around the residence are required.
Completion of drug testing and a criminal background check upon hire and upon a supervisor’s request.

Nice To Haves

Experience in assisted living is preferred.

Responsibilities

Administer, assist with, or supervise medication administration according to physician orders, state regulations, and company procedures.
Document medications on the medication administration record (MAR), checking documentation for accuracy and completeness after administration and before the end of the shift.
Conduct shift reports with incoming and outgoing personnel.
Maintain security of the medication cart and narcotic keys, and perform narcotic counts at the beginning and end of each shift.
Assist residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, personal hygiene, toileting, eating, and mobility.
Use safe transfer techniques and assist residents with swallowing difficulties during meals.
Observe and report changes in residents’ physical, cognitive, or emotional condition to the Wellness Director or charge nurse.
Report suspected or witnessed verbal, mental, or physical abuse to licensed staff immediately.
Respond promptly and calmly to emergencies and report them to the charge nurse and/or Wellness Director.
Follow infection-control, bloodborne-pathogen, hazardous-communication, and other safety procedures.
Maintain cleanliness of residents’ rooms and report safety or sanitation violations.
Document services provided using company forms.
Operate designated medical equipment, copy, scan, and fax machines, and telephone.
Work collaboratively with peers and other team members, maintaining a professional demeanor with residents and families.
Provide necessary care to assigned residents and assist other wellness associates as needed.
Support resident-centered activities and care for residents’ eyeglasses and hearing aids.
Complete housekeeping tasks, including bed-making, linen changes, vacuuming, trash removal, bathroom cleaning, and laundry as needed.
Escort residents and coordinate internal transportation; assist with personal correspondence or telephone use when requested.
Conduct room checks and resident rounds, and monitor for environmental safety hazards.
Assist with dining tasks, including escorting residents, setting up, serving meals, and clearing tables.
Attend and participate in staff meetings and mandatory in-services.
Communicate tactfully in sensitive situations and follow up with appropriate individuals on reported concerns.
Represent the community to guests and visitors, and demonstrate appreciation for residents’ backgrounds and understanding of aging.
Collaborate with other departments, participate in assigned projects or committees, and perform related duties as assigned.