Certified Medication Aide (CMA)

Experience Senior Living•Akron, OH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Experience Senior Living Team is comprised of dynamic professionals that are fueled by their passion to empower people as they grow older to live life to the fullest. They are creators, architects, nurses, researchers, programmers, marketers, facilitators, developers, investors, and caregivers, all focused on making a positive impact on the lives of residents, their families and team members. We are looking for a Certified Medication Aide to join our amazing team! Under the supervision of a licensed nurse, the Certified Medication Aide (CMA) safely administers prescription medications to residents in nursing homes and residential care facilities in accordance with Ohio Revised Code, Chapters 4723 and rules 4723-27-01 through 4723-27-09 and applicable community policies.

Requirements

18 years of age or older
High School Diploma or GED
Completion of an Ohio Board-approved Medication Aide Training Program
Successful completion of CMA application and examination
Current certification as a CMA in Ohio
Ability to communicate effectively, read medication labels, and perform basic medication administration and documentation.
Must successfully complete the ESL medication competency upon hire and as required by state regulation at a minimum
First Aid and CPR Certification if required by state law and/or Company standards
Able to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Able to speak effectively to customers or employees of organization
Able to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed written or oral instructions
Must comply with all Ohio Administrative Code rules for CMA practice (4723-27).
Must maintain active certification and complete required continuing education for biennial renewal.

Responsibilities

Administer prescription medications under nurse supervision according to Ohio law.
Administer oral, topical, nasal spray, drops, rectal, vaginal, and inhalant medications as permitted by the Ohio Board of Nursing.
Administer insulin via pen device when trained and authorized by the Company
Follow the Six Rights of Medication Administration: right resident, right drug, right dose, right route, right time, right documentation.
Maintain accurate records of all medication administration, including refusals or adverse reactions.
Monitor residents for medication side effects and promptly report concerns to supervising nurse.
Ensure the safety of residents including timely reporting to licensed nurse refusals and deviations from medication administration.
Maintain professional boundaries and treat all residents with dignity, courtesy, and respect.
Comply with universal and standard precautions.
Maintain confidentiality of all resident information.
Refrain from delegating medication administration to others.
Prioritize tasks to ensure optimum services to residents as requests and needs change.
Maintains open communication with manager and/or peers to promote awareness of resident issues.
May perform other duties as needed and/or assigned.
Will not accept any other duties or resident care assignments that conflict with medication administration.