CMA- Certified Medication Aide

Dial Silvercrest Corp•Elkhorn, NE

17d

About The Position

The Certified Medication Aide administers routine medications to residents in accordance with state regulations and provides personal care, assistance, and support. The role includes monitoring residents’ health, safety, and well-being; documenting medication administration and resident information; responding to emergencies; and assisting with activities of daily living and other needs. The aide also helps maintain a safe, pleasant, home-like environment and supports resident socialization and activities.

Requirements

Certified Medication Aide certificate or state-required medication pass certificate.
Basic First Aid Training.
High school diploma or GED.
Experience working with older adults.
Experience in medication administration and medications.
Ability to promote teamwork in providing services to residents.
Knowledge of nursing standards of practice for older adults.
Knowledge of state and federal guidelines for assisted living.
Knowledge of HIPAA requirements.
Ability to organize and prioritize, with good attention to detail.
Knowledge of safe food handling procedures.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in senior living.

Responsibilities

Administer medications accurately and at the appropriate time according to physician instructions and the resident service plan.
Document medications administered and medications not given in accordance with regulations and policies and procedures.
Monitor residents’ health, safety, and well-being.
Document changes in residents’ functional status, personal needs, appointments, and vitals.
Complete incident reports and document information in residents’ records.
Respond to resident emergencies, provide first aid, and arrange appropriate medical attention or follow-up.
Report resident concerns to the DON/ADON and/or Executive Director.
Assist residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, eating, personal hygiene, and mobility.
Assist residents with oxygen and other medical problems outlined in the assistance plan.
Assist with resident laundry, daily bed making, and serving meals as requested.
Identify supplies needed to perform tasks and report needs to the DON.
Encourage socialization among residents and promote and assist with activities as requested.
Chaperone activities outside the facility when requested.
Maintain a safe, home-like, and pleasant environment for residents.
Practice safety when working around and with equipment, chemicals, tools, and utensils.
Attend regularly scheduled staff meetings and in-services.
Report on-the-job injuries to the supervisor before the end of the work shift on the day the injury occurs.
Maintain confidentiality of verbal and written information pertaining to residents, facility operations, and personnel.
Perform other duties as assigned.