CMA (Medication Aide)-Memory Care Part Time-(Sat/Sun 10p-6a)

Christian Care Centers- Mesquite•Mesquite, TX

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Certified Medication Aide (CMA) is responsible for the preparation and administration of medications to residents. This role involves documenting residents' conditions in the Electronic Health Record (EHR) and requires strong communication skills. The CMA works primarily in a healthcare community environment, which may involve limited exposure to infectious conditions. The position requires the ability to work in an environment conducive to caring for residents, with or without reasonable accommodation, and without posing a direct threat to oneself or others. Tasks may involve exposure to blood or body fluids, or could result in performing tasks that involve such exposure. The CMA must be able to move throughout the buildings and grounds, lift up to 40 pounds, and work under stressful conditions to meet resident and family needs and deadlines. The role also involves promoting resident independence and well-being, performing daily care according to care plans, monitoring supplies and prescriptions, and maintaining a safe and tidy environment.

Requirements

High School Diploma
Completion of CMA course (Medication Aide)
Completion of CNA Course
Current CMA certification (Medication Aide)
Current CNA Certification
Minimum 1 year of related experience
Computer literacy
Excellent communication skills
Team orientation
Ability to ensure timely arrival and stable transportation.

Nice To Haves

Preferred 5 years of experience

Responsibilities

Communicate effectively with residents, families, other teammates, and supervisor
Prepare and administer medications per physician orders and in accordance with federal/state regulations and facility policies
Perform vital signs as assigned and document
Communicate any reported/observed condition changes to charge nurse and document in Care Tracker
Document resident conditions and needs in all EHRs according to facility procedures
Reports all incidents and/or complaints according to facility procedures
Promotes resident independence, interacts with residents in a manner promoting mental and physical well-being.
Perform daily care per the resident's care plan, observed needs, and within regulations and facility standards of care and policies.
Monitor and assist with ordering and care of resident's supplies and prescriptions
Recognize, respond, and make prompt and accurate judgments with regard to resident care needs.
Maintain the resident's environment in a safe and tidy manner, including adherence to infection control practices.
Perform assigned tasks in accordance with facility policies and procedures
Perform C.N.A. duties as assigned.
Perform other assignments as requested.
Establish and encourage an atmosphere of optimism, warmth, and interest in residents' activity preferences and needs.