What are the responsibilities and job description for the AvaStaff Float Pool CMA position at Avamere Communities?
Float Pool Certified Medication Aide (CMA)
Competitive pay-$28/HR!- Must live in Oregon State and have active licensure in Oregon
Mileage Reimbursement for commutes more than 20 miles
Flexible Schedule - Must work a minimum of 3 shifts per month, 8 or 12-hour shifts
As a CMA with Avamere Skilled Advisors dba AvaStaff, you join a nursing team with a culture and mission to enhance the life of every person we serve. This is more than a job - it's a place where our team members build lasting relationships with patients and residents, their families, and fellow team members.
Set a schedule that works best for you and make a difference for seniors!
*Available Shifts at any of our 20 facilities throughout the State of Oregon!*
Employee Perks:
- Access to Avamere' s Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Cell phone discounts through several different carriers
- Concert and event ticket discounts
- Oregon Sick Pay
- 401(k) plan
- Flexible and easy scheduling - single point contact
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:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Must be a licensed certified medication aide in this state
- Must be licensed as a certified nursing assistant in this state
- 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
Equal Opportunity Employer
AvaStaff is an equal opportunity employer. We eagerly seek applicants of diverse background and hire without regard to race, color, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical abilities, age, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. A criminal background check is required to join AvaStaff.
Avamere Skilled Advisors, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify
Licenses & Certifications
First Aid/CPR (preferred)
Certified Nursing Asst 1 (required)
Avamere Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Salary : $28
