Kentucky Medication Aide (KMA) (New Pay Scale)
About The Position
Corbin Health & Rehabilitation Center is seeking a certified Kentucky Medication Aide (KMA) who is also a certified Nursing Assistant (CNA/SRNA) for its long-term care facility in Corbin, Kentucky. Both certifications are required. Under the supervision of the charge nurse, the KMA may work in place of a nurse to pass oral medications, apply topical ointments, and dispense drops. When not dispensing medication, the aide performs essential Nurse Aide (SRNA/CNA) duties. The role supports residents' well-being and provides care in a warm, caring, safe, and dignified environment. Some listed benefits may be available only to full-time employees.
Requirements
- Certified Kentucky Medication Aide (KMA).
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA/SRNA). Both certifications are required for consideration.
- Demonstrated personal effectiveness and credibility.
- Stress management and composure.
- Teamwork orientation.
- Technical capacity.
- Initiative.
- Flexibility.
- Ethical conduct.
- Customer/client focus.
- Must be able to perform the essential duties and responsibilities satisfactorily, with reasonable accommodation where applicable.
- Must remain drug-free and alcohol-free when reporting to work, while at work, and during work-related activities.
Responsibilities
- Administer oral medications, apply topical ointments, and dispense drops to the eyes, ears, and other areas as directed.
- Maintain accurate and timely records reflecting residents’ conditions, medications, and treatments, and assist with research related to improving nursing care.
- Reorder medications as directed and communicate care plans to residents, families, and other members of the health care team.
- Provide resident care assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, incontinence care, transferring and mobility, and feeding.
- Participate in residents’ lives in ways that enhance their well-being and reflect a warm, caring, safe, and dignified environment.
- Serve as a resource to residents, families, visitors, and staff.
- Maintain the confidentiality of resident care information.
- Comply with applicable healthcare rules, regulations, and related laws.
Benefits
- Shift differentials
- Competitive wages
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
- Dental insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Company-paid life insurance
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Paid holidays
- Employee celebrations
- Professional recognition
- Career development opportunities
- Educational opportunities with local nursing schools
- Mentorship and supervisory promotional opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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