Certified Medication Aide ( CMA) - Part Time

Monarch Communities•Moorestown, NJ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Certified Medication Aide (CMA) is responsible for providing quality care and services to all residents and their families. This role involves assisting with medication administration for residents according to their care plan and physician's orders, ensuring comfort, privacy, and dignity are maintained. The CMA will also maintain accurate and complete medical records in compliance with regulations and observe and report changes in residents' physical condition, cognition, and emotional status.

Requirements

Successful completion of Medication Technician training and periodic competency testing.
Ability to perform medication administration in accordance with State Regs.
Strong Communication Skills.
Knowledge of, and ability to, adhere to HIPAA policies.
Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
Minimum of six (6) months experience working with seniors in Personal Care, Home Health, Hospital, or Long-Term Care environment.
Able to work weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

Administer and/or assist with self-administration of prescribed medication to residents and maintain related medical records under the supervision of the RN and/or LPN.
Complete required annual medication training.
Provide resident care to ensure care needs are met according to the resident’s care plan.
Maintain medical records and written documentation assuring accuracy, completeness and compliance with federal and state regulations, certification standards, legal and ethical standards.
Maintain the comfort, privacy, and dignity of residents in the delivery of services to them.
Observe and report changes in residents' physical condition, cognition & emotional status to Supervisor.