CMA-Certified Medication Aide
Job Description
STARTING WAGE IS $20.00/hr. Increases with Experience! Daily Pay!
Here at The Meadows at Ashland we take pride in delivering quality care to each of our residents. We believe this begins and ends with being a fantastic team that works together and creates unforgettable bonds. It is our belief that Happy Team Members make Happy Residents!!! We enjoy many friendly competitions, gift card drawings, and staff engagement treats and gifts!
The Meadows at Ashland strive to provide a path for personal and professional growth. We have a staffed Life Coach and we have Tuition Reimbursement opportunities.
Our team members are offered the opportunity to sign up for benefits such as Health Insurance, Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, a generous sign on bonus, and much more!
We currently have CMA positions to offer those whom want to be a part of a team that is passionate about providing compassion and quality care for each of our residents! Open positions are available on days and evenings. The successful, qualified candidates will join an incredible team that helps to ensure that each of our residents is given the best quality of care and a wonderful stay that they expect and deserve.
Responsibilities and Duties
– Set up and administer medications under the direction and supervision of a Charge Nurse, and to function as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA).
– Prepare, administer and document medications following accepted practices, and in accordance with regulations under the direction and supervision of a Licensed Nurse
– Assist residents with activities of daily living including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, changing of bed linens, and positioning in and out of bed, chair, etc. Assist with resident recreation programs. Prepare residents for meals and snacks. Assist residents in eating where needed and record food intake
– Read and follow daily care plans; perform assigned restorative and rehabilitative procedures; report changes in resident condition to Nurse in charge; document care provision on resident record/flow sheets as required and report accidents and incidents; and provide nursing functions as directed by supervisor
– Assist in admission, transfer and discharge of residents
– Comply with all Company policies related to safety and infection control procedures including the proper use of mechanical lifts, gait belts and personal protective back supports
– Understand, comply with and promote all rules and regulations regarding residents’ rights; promote positive relationships with residents, visitors, and regulators, to include presenting a professional appearance
– Attend and participate in educational activities, in-service training and staff meetings; assist in orientation and training other staff.
– Participate in Quality Improvement activities as assigned
– Other duties as assigned or needed
– Must adhere to the Company’s Code of Conduct and Business Ethics policy including documentation and reporting responsibilities
Skills
– Professional enthusiastic attitude
– Strong communication skills
– Self motivated
– Shows initiative in daily work
– Must be capable of maintaining regular attendance.
– Must have ability to read, write and follow oral and written directions at a level necessary to accomplish the job.
– Must be able to maintain confidentiality regarding patient and company proprietary information.
– Must be able to relate positively and favorably to residents, families and other employees at all levels.
Required education:
High school or equivalent
Must be certified as a Certified Medication Tech (CMT) or Certified Medication Aide (CMA) and must also be a Certified Nursing Assistant in good standing with the state.
We are an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
