Certified Medication Aide

LOOKING FOR PART TIME WEEKEND CMAs TO JOIN OUR AMAZING TEAM!

Available Great Benefits: DAILY PAY! 

Qualifications:

• Must be a Certified Nursing Assistant in good standing with licensure boards and proficient in performing job duties and skills of a Certified Nursing Assistant.
•  Must have completed a state approved training program in medication administration and have current QMA/CMA certification by the State Department of Health (DOH).
• Knowledgeable on the use of computers, e-mail accounts, software programs such as Word/Excel and minor office machines such as faxes and copiers.
• Must have excellent follow-through.  Must be able to lift 60-70lbs frequently.
• Must be able to stand and/or walk throughout the scheduled shift.
• Must have knowledge of computer systems, systems applications, and other office equipment.
• Must have the ability to read, write and follow oral and written directions at a level necessary to accomplish the job.
• Detail-oriented with strong organization and prioritization skills.
• Must be able to meet all local health regulations, and pass pre/post-employment physical exam if required. This requirement also includes drug screening, criminal background investigation, and reference inquiry.
• Must have the ability to promote positive interpersonal relationships through the use of tactful, direct and sensitive interaction.
• Must be able to communicate verbally in a positive and professional manner.
• Must be able to relate positively and favorably to residents, families, co-workers, and to work cooperatively with others.
• Must comply with attendance policy and established nursing staff schedules, be flexible, and make necessary accommodations for the needs of residents and families.
• Must attend in-service/education programs as required to learn new procedures and develop skills to meet regulatory compliance.
• Must agree not to disclose resident protected health information and report suspected or known violations of such to the Administrator

Duties and Responsibilities:

1) Practice standard precautions with all resident care.

2) Administer and document oral medications, eye medications, topical medications, suppository medications, and ear drops per the physician orders. QMA/CMA’s cannot administer or perform accu-checks, injections, G-tube/PEG tube medications or flushes, intravenous medications/fluids, and/or PRN medications.

3) Perform and document treatments on minor skin conditions (i.e., dermatitis, scabies, Pediculosis, fungal-infection, psoriasis, eczema, first-degree burn, stage one decubitus ulcers) per physician orders.

4) Maintain locked medication and treatment cart(s) and medication keys according to facility policy.

5) If a resident or family member expressed any concerns, direct the information to the appropriate person for prompt resolution of the issue. If able to address the concern, do so promptly and follow-up with the resident and/or family to ensure satisfaction.

6) Make sure all empty rooms are clean and prepped for new admissions.

7) Check resident names outside of the doors for accuracy and correct as needed.

8) Assist with resident room changes by packing and unpacking belongings, changing door names, changing laundry signs, and resident orientation to the new room and roommate.

9) Accompany transport driver as requested.

10) Assist with packing and labeling resident belonging for discharge as assigned.

11) Answer all resident call lights, anticipate resident needs, and conduct routine resident rounds.

12) Help with the dining process for all residents as requested.

13) Assist residents with standard ADL’s (Activities of Daily Living) to include: bathing, toileting/bed pan, transfers, bed mobility, turning and repositioning, peri-care, grooming, dressing, changing bed linens, applying/utilizing specialized equipment, etc. per the individualized plan of care.

14) Ensure residents remain clean, have clean dentures in place, hearing aids in or stored appropriately, clean eyeglasses on, prosthetic limbs/devices in place, dressed appropriately, clothes are in good repair, and dressed appropriate to temperature/season.

15) Ensure use of positioning devices, restraints, splints, braces, immobilizers, cushions, etc. are utilized per the individualized plan of care.

16) Perform restorative tasks as assigned per the individualized resident care plan to include: dining, ambulation, ADL tasks, standing, transfers with or without an assistive device, bed mobility, exercise, bowel and bladder re-training, contracture management (active and/or passive range of motion), supportive device application, adaptive equipment, positioning, etc.

17) Check catheters frequently and provide catheter care as assigned by nurse.

18) Straighten residents’ room and closet, clean any spills, and remove trash as needed.

19) Obtain vital signs, height, weight, and record in the clinical record per facility policy.

20) Monitor and record resident intake and output per policy.

21) Notify the nurse of any abnormal vital sign readings or changes in intake or output promptly.

22) Encourage and assist residents to attend recreational activities.