What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Medication Aide position at FellowshipLIFE?
Our team members are the most important asset of FellowshipLIFE. We support creativity, compassion, positive attitude, respect and teamwork. We encourage individual growth to reach maximum potential. FellowshipLIFE supports a work environment where diversity, integrity, and excellence are embraced, family is valued, and Fellowship Spirit is strengthened.
Fellowship Village, a premiere FellowshipLIFE community and a leading not-for-profit Life Plan Community (CCRC), located in Basking Ridge, New Jersey seeks a full-time Certified Medication Aide to join our dynamic healthcare team. The senior living industry is poised for tremendous growth in the coming years and there has never been a better time to join an organization committed to growth and transforming the aging experience of older adults. At FellowshipLIFE, we believe our team members are our greatest assets and that’s why we offer a competitive salary and generous benefits package. Join us at Fellowship Village where you’ll play a crucial role in a team that honors the exceptional in caregiving.
\n- Our supportive team offers a welcoming atmosphere, opportunities for advancement, and personal and professional development.
- Be part of our community of professionals dedicated to enhancing the lives of older adults.
- Manage the delivery of care to Assisted Living Residents in a compassionate and timely manner under the direction of the Nurse Team Leader or designee.
- Dispense routine daily medications, both prescription and non-prescription.
- Observe Residents and report/document changes in their condition.
- Sign medication records and re-order medications according to policy and procedure.
- Provide first aid in emergency situations and report the condition to the Nurse Team Leader and/or physician; complete incident reports as needed.
- Assist Residents with activities of daily living (ADL) and encourage appropriate self-care, utilizing the concept of restorative nursing.
- Adhere to all policies and procedures related to Infection Control and safety regulations.
- Leads by example, maintaining a professional work relationship with team members, Residents, Clients, Members, Patients, and family members.
- NJ State Certified Medication Aide (CMA) certification.
- Seasonal flu vaccine required.
- Knowledge of medical and pharmacological terminology.
- Strong clinical skills.
- Commitment to person-centered care.
- Excellent communication and critical thinking.
- Interpersonal and conflict resolution skills.
- Sensitivity to dementia care needs.
- Experience in caregiving, hospice care, or memory care is preferred.
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
EOE: FellowshipLIFE is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, or protected veteran or disabled status.
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