Certified Residential Medication Aide CRMA

Prime Healthcare • Auburn, ME

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Certified Residential Medication Aide (CRMA) administers medications to residents in accordance with the rules and regulations governing the licensing and functioning of Residential Care Facilities. This role performs tasks as ordered by physicians, under the supervision of a licensed nurse, in accordance with state and federal rules and regulations, and consistent with facility policies. The CRMA performs routine daily tasks required to maintain the health, comfort, and well-being of residents, functioning within the constraints of established policy and procedure consistent with accepted/allowed standards of practice and state and federal regulations. Working contacts include residents, residents’ families, medical professionals and other facility staff. The CRMA is assigned responsibility/authority for decisions specific to assigned functions under the direction of a licensed nurse, but may seek additional direction from the charge nurse, nurse supervisor, director of clinical services or administrator as may be appropriate. The CRMA also performs resident care when not being utilized as a CRMA.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Must have a Residential Care Specialist 1, or Personal Support Specialist (PSS) Certificate. May be trained within 4 months of employment.
• Must have state approved 40-hour certificated medication administration certification.
• Must possess basic mathematical skills to be able to accurately administer proper medication dosage.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in long-term care resident care is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administers medications to residents in accordance with the rules and regulations governing the licensing and functioning of Residential Care Facilities.
• Performs routine daily tasks required to maintain the health, comfort, and well-being of residents.
• Functions within the constraints of established policy and procedure consistent with accepted/allowed standards of practice and state and federal regulations.
• Performs resident care when not being utilized as a CRMA.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED