Certified Medicine Aide
Keswick Multicare Inc•Baltimore, MD
5d•$19 - $24
About The Position
The Certified Medicine Aide (CMA), under the supervision of a licensed nurse and in alignment with the facility’s nursing philosophy, provides safe, accurate, and compassionate medication administration to assigned residents. The CMA supports holistic, person-centered care, resident rights, CMS regulatory compliance, accurate documentation, and timely reporting of resident needs or medication reactions. CMA contributes to fall prevention, infection control, dementia care, and resident safety while promoting dignity, choice, and quality of life.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Completion of State of Maryland–approved CMA program.
- Must hold active certification and be in good standing with the Maryland Board of Nursing.
- CPR & First Aid certification (required) for Transitional Care & recommended for all units.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in dementia care, aging care, or long-term care settings.
Responsibilities
- Administers medications safely and in accordance with State of Maryland CMA guidelines, CMS regulations, and facility policies.
- Documents medication administration accurately on MAR/eMAR.
- Observes residents for side effects, behavior changes, swallowing issues, increased confusion, or ADRs and reports immediately.
- Ensures 5 Rights of Medication Administration
- Promotes resident dignity, choice, and autonomy.
- Assists with non-invasive treatments, vital signs, and hydration reminders per nurse instruction.
- Maintains infection control & PPE compliance.
- Participates in fall prevention strategies & behavioral monitoring.
- Maintains professional communication with interdisciplinary team.
- Report suspected diversion, medication errors, near misses, or unsafe practices.
Benefits
- Health and prescription coverage with lower-than-average deductibles and copays
- Dental and vision benefits
- Free short- and long-term disability coverage
- Employer paid Life and AD&D Insurance for Full Time Employees (optional supplemental life insurance)
- 401(k) program with employer matching up to 6%
- Generous vacation, sick, and holiday pay with an option to "cash out" unused vacation hours
- MTA discounted bus passes
- Teladoc - Free 24-hour access to a physician
- Employee Assistance Program with a variety of free services
- Employee Recognition Program
- Free access to our Employee Wellness Program, such as Zumba and Pilates
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
