Certified Medication Aide (CMA) - Longview, Premier Assisted Living!

Christian Health Care Center•Wyckoff, NJ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Christian Health is hiring a part-time Certified Medication Aide (CMA) at Longview, its assisted living residence in North Jersey. The role assists residents with daily care according to established nursing procedures and serves as a liaison to nursing staff by communicating or routing clinical care concerns. The aide is expected to support residents’ choice, privacy, independence, dignity, and sense of community while following Christian Health’s mission and performance standards. The position is scheduled from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. every other weekend. Experience is not required, although experience supporting older adults with daily care is listed among the qualifications. The role requires New Jersey Certified Medication Aide certification and certification as a CNA or CHHA. A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred.

Requirements

Must hold Certified Medication Aide certification in the State of New Jersey.
Must be a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA).
Must be at least 18 years old.
Must demonstrate compliance with CH ASPIRE Standards of Performance.
Must be a team player.
Experience dealing with elderly people and providing daily support such as bathing, dressing, and general assistance is listed as a qualification.
Experience is not required.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

Administer medications as prescribed, following the five rights of medication administration.
Assist residents with dressing and appropriate clothing selection, bathing, oral hygiene, shaving, hair care, makeup, toileting, and ambulation.
Follow resident service plans and promptly implement changes in care needs.
Provide proactive daily supervision and care, respecting resident choice, privacy, independence, and dignity.
Communicate concerns to nursing staff and promptly report changes in resident status, behavior, or other concerns to the nurse.
Assist with meal service, observe residents’ special diets and needs, and provide dining assistance as needed.
Respond promptly and courteously to call bells and attend to residents with special needs.
Use standard precautions and provide care in a private, sensitive, and respectful manner.
Interact appropriately and positively with residents with memory impairment or cognitive impairment.
Transport residents within the facility as needed.
Make scheduled beds and attend to residents’ laundry and linen needs, including returning clean personal laundry.
Perform minor housekeeping tasks to maintain an orderly and neat facility appearance.
Document accurately according to facility policy and notify the nurse on duty when medication is not given as ordered.
Receive and transfer oral and written reports at shift change.
Assist activity staff with daily activities by transporting residents, encouraging attendance, or providing active assistance when assigned.
Engage residents in conversation and help promote a sense of home and community.