Nursing - CMA/MAT AL

OMEGA SENIOR LIVING LLC•Omaha, NE

13d•Onsite

About The Position

The Certified Medication Aide (CMA) administers medications to residents as ordered by the attending physician, under the direction of the attending physician, nurse supervisor or charge nurse, and Director of Nursing Services. Medication administration must comply with established nursing standards, facility policies and procedures, and state requirements. The CMA also provides direct resident care in accordance with individualized care plans. The role involves observing residents’ health, emotional condition, and response to treatment; documenting observations and care in resident records; and promptly reporting changes or concerns to a supervisor. The CMA follows medication and infection-control procedures, including requirements for residents who self-administer medications, and helps maintain a clean and safe community environment.

Requirements

High school education or equivalent.
Current licensure as a Certified Medication Aide, including successful completion of a state-approved training program and any required examinations.
Provide documentation of certification when applying.
Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
Ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies and personnel, and the public.
Patience, tact, a cheerful disposition, enthusiasm, and willingness to handle difficult residents.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in assisted living (AL) or a skilled nursing unit (SNU).
At least one year of prior experience as a Certified Medication Aide.

Responsibilities

Administer medications to residents as ordered by the attending physician and in accordance with state requirements, nursing standards, and facility policies and procedures.
Provide direct resident care according to individualized care plans.
Observe residents’ responses to treatment, watch for medication interactions and side effects, and notify a supervisor of concerns.
Observe and document each resident’s health and emotional condition, and promptly report changes to a supervisor.
Complete daily documentation in resident records and submit required forms, charts, and reports.
Follow facility procedures for residents who self-administer medication, including monitoring and documenting all aspects of self-administration.
Follow medication policies and procedures and community infection-control policies and procedures.
Maintain a clean, safe environment in the community.
Receive reports on all residents.
Exercise independent judgment and discretion in personnel tasks and resident-care matters.