Medication Administration Assistant (MAA)
About The Position
The Medication Administration Assistant (MAA) prepares, administers, and records medications as directed and according to policy, under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse. The role includes administering prescribed medications and completing related assessments, such as blood pressure and pulse checks. The MAA monitors residents and promptly reports changes in condition to the nurse, maintains current medication and healthcare knowledge through required training and meetings, and performs on-call and other assigned duties. The position is based at The Marquardt, an Illuminus Community, in Watertown, Wisconsin, serving older adults in a skilled nursing facility. The community offers full-time, part-time, and PRN opportunities, with scheduling options that may vary according to community needs. Work may include 8-hour shifts and a weekend rotation as scheduled. Pay is $20.50–$23.32 per hour, based on experience.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Certified Nursing Aide (CNA) certification.
- Certification by the State of Wisconsin for medication administration; CBRF/AL medication training does not qualify.
- Maintain 100 working hours as a Medication Administration Aide and complete 4 hours of medication training per calendar year after completing the program.
- Active CPR certification.
Responsibilities
- Communicate respectfully with residents, families, and staff while supporting the organization’s mission, vision, and values.
- Prepare, administer, and record prescribed medications according to policy and under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse.
- Complete related assessments, including blood pressure and pulse checks.
- Monitor residents and promptly report changes in condition to the nurse.
- Maintain current medication and healthcare knowledge through required training and meetings.
- Provide on-call coverage and perform other assigned duties.
Benefits
- Free Direct Primary Care (DPC) for employees enrolled in the health plan, with no copays for primary care visits and personalized access to a provider.
- Low-cost health insurance through a self-funded health plan.
- Shift differentials for PM and NOC shifts.
- Overtime pay after 8 hours worked in a shift.
- Sign-on bonus available.
- Dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
- 401(k) retirement plan with a company match of $0.50 for every $1 contributed, up to 6%.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Paid Time Off.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
