Certified Medication Aide (CMA) (Finance)

Certified Medication Assistant

Candidates must be a licensed Medication Aide

Status: Full-time Shift: Flexible

Location: Richmond Beach Rehab

Apply at Teamavamere.com

The primary purpose of your job position is to assist in the administering of medications to residents as ordered by the attending physician, under the direction of the attending physician, the nurse supervisor or charge nurse, and the Director of Health Services. The administration of medications shall be in accordance with established nursing standards, the policies, procedures, and practices of this Community, and the requirements of this state.

Responsibilities:

• Administer medications to residents as ordered and under the direction of the attending physician
• Administer medications in accordance with established nursing standards, policies, local procedures and practices, and requirements of the state
• Accurately and safely prepare, administer, and document the oral and/or topical medications ordered for a resident
• Complete necessary forms, charts, and reports in a timely matter
• Ensure all medications administered are properly labeled, returned, and reordered
• Create and uphold an atmosphere of warmth, patience, enthusiasm, and foster a calm and cheerful environment
• Participate in facility surveys by authorized government agencies
• Maintain confidentiality of all resident care information in accordance with HIPAA guidelines
• Effectively communicate necessary resident information to charge nurses, director of nursing and/or administrator

Qualifications:

• Must have passed a state approved Certified Nursing Assistant course & exam
• Must be a licensed Certified Medication Aide in this state
• Must be a licensed Certified Nursing Assistant in accordance with state laws of this state.
• Must be 18 years or older
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Knowledge of the meaning and usage of common medical abbreviations, symbols, and terms for medication administration
• Ability to accurately measure, record, and report vital signs

Employee Perks:

• Employee meal credit
• Tuition assistance
• Career development opportunities
• Employee assistance program featuring free counseling services, financial coaching, legal services and more
• Generous PTO policy
• 401K retirement plan with employer contributions
• Comprehensive benefits package with medical coverage, voluntary dental, vision, and life insurance, short-term disability, and AD&D coverage