What are the responsibilities and job description for the CMA (Certified Medication Aide) (7a-7p) position at Accel at College Station?
Certified Medication Aide Job Description
As a Certified Medication Aide (CMA), you will play a vital role in preparing, administering and documenting medications given to facility residents under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) within regulatory time frames.
The CMA will also monitor residents' vital signs as indicated, observe reportable, suspected and adverse reactions to medications administered, and prepare verbal and written reports related to successful or unsuccessful medication administration, changes in resident condition and/or departures from usual and routine organizational operations.
Job Responsibilities:
- Prepare and administer oral, topical and suppository medications to residents as prescribed by the physician.
- Count and calculate dosages on a daily basis and document the number of scheduled drugs at the beginning and end of each shift.
- Report any observations concerning resident/patient condition, emergency situations or difficulties with medications to the supervising nurse throughout the shift should they occur.
- Document vital signs, medication administration resident behaviors associated with medication administration and facility incident and accident reports.
- Meet with supervisory staff to report, review and discuss medication administration process and participate in review response.
- Participate in designing and implementing resident care plans in relation to medication administration.
- Record and replace medications and medication administration supplies; maintains and clean medication cart to remain compliant with facility policies and procedures.
Requirements:
- A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
- Must be a CMA in good standing.
- 6 months experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), experience in a long-term care facility preferred.
- Ability to stand for long periods of time, lift and transfer residents (up to 100 pounds unassisted), bend, twist, push and pull.
- Knowledge of medical terminology, skill in administering nursing techniques including taking vital signs, medication administration and knowledge of possible side effects.
- Exceptional organization skills, ability to prepare and maintain accurate resident charts, reports and observations.
- Effective communication skills and interpersonal relations.
- Good problem solving and independent thinking skills. <>
- Professional conduct and ethics.
Salary and Benefits:
This position offers competitive compensation and benefit packages, including early wage access, health, dental, vision insurance, paid vacation, scholarship career advancement through HMGU, tuition reimbursement, 401(k) and additional employment incentives. Estimated salary range: $ $45,000 - $65,000 per year.
Salary : $45,000 - $65,000
