CMA- Certified Medication Aide

Dial Silvercrest Corp•Omaha, NE

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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 medications and changes in resident status; responding to emergencies; and supporting residents’ daily needs and activities. The position is full-time and overnight.

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.

Responsibilities

Administer medications accurately and at the appropriate time according to physician instructions and each resident’s service plan.
Document medications administered and medications not given in accordance with regulations and applicable policies and procedures.
Monitor residents’ health, safety, and well-being.
Document changes in residents’ functional status and information about personal needs, appointments, and vital signs.
Complete incident reports and documentation in residents’ records.
Respond to resident emergencies, provide first-aid assistance, 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 needs outlined in their assistance plans.
Assist with resident laundry, daily bed making, and meal service as requested.
Identify needed supplies and report needs to the DON.
Encourage socialization among residents, promote activities, 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 concerning residents, facility operations, and personnel.
Perform other duties as assigned.