Certified Medication Aide (CMA) - Part-time

Position Overview
Provide personal care services, assistance, support and supervision to residents. Administer routine medications to resident in accordance with state regulations.

Essential Job Responsibilities:
* Assist in the development, updating, and implementing of each resident's service plan.
* Assist with resident laundry and daily bed making as needed.
* Assist in serving meals and bussing tables during meal times.
* Assist residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, eating, hygiene and mobility.
* Assist residents with oxygen and other medical problems outlined in the assistance plan.
* Work with team to update service plans for residents.
* Maintain an accurate record of chargeable services and submit record to supervisor by the designated date each month.
* Administer medications as directed in the resident service plan and MAR.
* Administer medications accurately and at appropriate time according to physician.
* Document medications administered and those not given according to regulations and policies and procedures.
* Administer treatments as directed on treatment sheets.
* Monitor health, safety and well-being of the residents.
* Document information pertaining to changes in residents' functional status, personal needs, appointments, etc.
* Complete incident reports and documentation on resident record.
* Respond to resident emergencies; provide first-aid assistance and arrange for appropriate medical attention/follow-up.
* Report concerns about residents to Resident Care Coordinator/Director of Nursing and/or Executive Director.
* Identify supplies needed to perform tasks and report needs to Resident Care Coordinator.
* Monitors vital signs and complete required documentation.
* Participate in direction and monitoring of medications and other tasks through R.N delegation.
* Oversee resident care aide staff, facility operation, and monitor resident care on shifts when a supervisor is not present.
* Encourage socialization among residents.
* Assist with the activity program; conduct activities as requested by Program Director or assigned by supervisor.
* Encourage and/or remind residents to participate in activities.
* Promote activities enthusiastically to pique residents' interest.
* Chaperone activities outside the facility when requested.
* Maintain a safe, home-like, and pleasant environment for residents.
* Practice safety in working around and with equipment, chemicals, tools, and utensils.
* Maintain a cheerful, positive, and upbeat demeanor at all times.
* Maintain confidentiality of all resident/staff information.
* Treat each resident with dignity and respect (use resident's name when addressing, not slang such as "honey" or "sweetie").
* Attend regularly scheduled staff meetings and in-services.
* Carry out other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Job Requirements:
* High school diploma or GED.
* Certified Medication Aide certification is required.
* Basic First Aid Training.
* Skills in nurturing and organizing similar to those in a domestic household.
* Experience or interest in working with older adults.
* Maturity, friendliness and enjoyment in working with people.