Registered Medication Aide (RMA)

Premier Healthcare Service • Chesapeake, VA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking experienced and energetic RMAs to join our newly opened assisted living facility. This role involves dispensing medications, observing patients for reactions, performing tasks associated with medication administration, and assisting nurses in client care.

Requirements

• Must be registered with the state as an Registered Medication Aide!
• Must pass state background check and drug screening
• CPR/BLS, First Aid, TB, RMA certification
• Must have experience!
• Have experience working with MAR and laptops.

Responsibilities

• Dispense oral, inhalation and topical medications to patients under direct supervision of a licensed nurse unless otherwise allowed by state law.
• Observe patients for drug reactions and report any problems to the nurses.
• Performing tasks associated with medication administration, including patient vital signs, calculate medication dosages and stock the medication cart.
• Recording medication administration according to agency procedure.
• Assists the nurse in providing care to clients, which includes observation and reporting of client needs.
• Recognizes and performs tasks according to level of education and training.
• Accepts responsibility and accountability for own performance according to state laws and regulations.
• Performs tasks in an ethical, legal and caring manner.
• Performs tasks safely and effectively to assure client comfort and welfare.
• Respects client rights.
• Protects confidential client information unless otherwise required to promote client safety and welfare.
• Follows federal, state, and agency regulations to protect own health and that of others.
• Seeks guidance from the nurse as needed to perform tasks safely and efficiently.

Benefits

• Pay is negotiable (depending on experience)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed