Certified Medication Assistant Role at Vintage Park

Job Overview

At Vintage Park at Tonganoxie, we strive to enrich the lives of our residents through compassionate care and unwavering support. Our Certified Medication Aide (CMA) plays a vital role in ensuring the well-being of our residents by administering medications safely, accurately, and timely.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer or assist with the administration and/or supervision of medications according to physician orders on the medication administration record (MAR).
• Document medications administered on the MAR in accordance with company policy; Check MARs immediately after administration and prior to end of shift to ensure documentation is complete and accurate.
• Conduct change of shift report with oncoming/outgoing shift personnel.
• Maintain security of medication cart and narcotic keys during entire shift; Conduct narcotic count at the beginning and end of every shift in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Provide assistance with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, personal hygiene, toileting, eating, and ambulation/mobility.
• Work collaboratively with peers and other team members.
• Maintain professional demeanor at all times when interacting with residents and families.
• Report any suspected or witnessed instances of verbal, mental, or physical abuse to licensed staff immediately.
• Utilize safe transfer techniques when assisting residents with mobility.
• Observe and report changes in residents' physical condition and cognitive/emotional status to Wellness Director or charge nurse, as needed.
• Assist residents with swallowing difficulty while eating.
• Respond to emergencies in a prompt and calm manner; Immediately report such emergencies to the charge nurse and /or Wellness Director.
• Understand and use Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Standard Precautions, OSHA's Occupational Exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens standard, and follow established infection control procedures, hazardous communication, and other safety rules.
• Ensure cleanliness of residents' rooms and promptly report all violations of safety and sanitation rules to supervisor.
• Document provision of services on company forms.
• Operate designated medical equipment, copier, scanner, fax machine, and telephone.

Additional Responsibilities

• Provide all necessary care and services to assigned residents and assist other wellness associates as needed.
• Participate in and support the resident-centered activities program.
• Care for sensory enhancement devices such as eyeglasses and hearing aids.
• Complete housekeeping tasks such as bed-making, linen changes, vacuuming, emptying trash, and cleaning bathrooms.
• Wash residents' laundry as needed.
• Escort residents and coordinate internal transportation needs.
• Assist residents with personal correspondence/telephone use when requested.
• Conduct room checks and resident rounds.
• Monitor for environmental safety hazards.
• Assist in a variety of tasks related to dining (escort residents to dining room, assist with set-up and clean tables, serve meals, bus tables, etc.).
• Attend and participate in staff meetings and mandatory in-services.
• Use tactful, diplomatic communication techniques in potentially sensitive or emotionally charged situations.
• Follow-up with appropriate staff, residents, or other individuals regarding reported complaints, problems, and concerns.
• Act as an ambassador and public relations representative to guests and other visitors.
• Demonstrate an appreciation of the heritage, values, and wisdom of the residents, and an understanding of the aging process.
• Collaborate with associates in other departments to assure necessary care and services are provided.
• Participate in projects or committees as assigned.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Satisfactory completion of state-required education/certificates/testing in relation to medication aides as well as the Company Medication Aide Skills Competency Checklist.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.
• Be in good physical health and free of communicable diseases; Lifting, bending, and pushing medication cart about residence is required.
• Must be able to lift 40 pounds.
• Completion of drug testing and criminal background check upon hire and upon request of supervisor.
• Experience in Assisted Living preferred.

Benefits

Full-time benefits include:

• PTO (Paid Time Off) and Holiday Pay: Take advantage of paid time off to maintain a healthy work-life balance.
• Daily pay: Get paid daily, providing you with financial flexibility and control over your earnings.
• Health/Dental Insurance
• 401K with employer match: Plan for your financial future with our 401k program.
• Life Insurance: Company-paid life insurance.
• Short and long-term disability: Financial security while you recover from an injury that puts you out of work.
• Referral Bonuses: Refer qualified candidates and earn rewards.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Invest in your education with our support.
• Employee Assistance Program: Connecting our employees with resources for handling personal challenges.