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Are you a person who believes in providing great care? Do you believe in having a positive impact on other people's lives?
Are you a team-player, quick-thinker, and ready to be a part of an organization that supports your growth?
WHAT WE'RE ABOUT
We believe care goes beyond a medical chart. With kindness and integrity as our guide, we strive for excellence in every interaction.
Requirements
You care.
CMA Perks :
6am - 6pm shifts available any day of the week
Generous Bonuses
Growth Opportunities - DOUBLE your salary
Health Benefits
401K
POSITION SUMMARY
The primary responsibility of your job position is to
assist
in the administration
of medications to residents as ordered by the attending physician, under the direction of the attending physician, the nurse supervisor or charge nurse,
and / or
the Director of Nursing Services.
The administration of medications will follow current federal, state and local standards, guidelines and regulations that govern long term care and assisted living facilities.
You are delegated the administrative authority, responsibility, and accountability necessary for ca
rrying out your assigned duties.
Report errors in the administration of medications.
Perform administrative requirements, such as completing necessary forms, charts, reports, etc.
Accurately and safely prepare, administer, and document oral and / or topical medications.
Verify that any medications brought into the facility are examined and
identified
Assist
with medication charting.
Ensure that all medications are properly labeled.
Assist
in documenting and removing medications that are
discontinued
Ensure that medication is returned and reordered.
Accurately measure, record, and report vital signs of residents.
Observe and verify that medication is ingested or applied as directed.
Ensure that no medication is administered without a written, signed, and dated order.
Follow established guidelines concerning the storage of drugs and biologicals.
Participate in the development and implementation of the resident's comprehensive
assessment
as necessary.
Be familiar with the meaning and usage of common medical abbreviations, symbols, and terms
relative
to the administration of medications.
Perform all other duties, as assigned.
Education
Must
possess
as a minimum, a
high school diploma.
Must be a licensed Certified Medication Aide
successfully completed a state approved training program and any necessary examination(s)
in accordance with
laws
of this State.
Experience
inimum
of 6 months practicing as a Certified Nursing Assistant
Specific Requirement
Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
Must
demonstrate
the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care
appropriate to
the age-related needs of the residents served.
Must
possess
the ability to deal tactfully when personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies / personnel and the
general public
Must be able to follow oral and written instructions.
Must be able to work harmoniously with other personnel.
Must be knowledgeable of computer systems, system applications, and other office equipment.
Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Works in all areas of the facility
Moves intermittently during working hours.
subject to frequent interruptions.
PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS
Must be able to relate to and work with ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and at times hostile people within the facility.
Must be able to concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment
May be necessary to
assist
in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations
Must be able to stand
and / or walk between 80%-100% of the time.
Must be able to sit and stoop.
Must be able to lift 5 lbs. floor to waist
approximately 20% of the time; push /
pull
up to 30 lbs. approximately 60% of the time.
Last updated : 2024-06-16
Full Time
$34k-41k (estimate)
06/18/2024
06/25/2024
centralhealthcare.org
Chicago, IL
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