CMA Certified Medication Aide​/Shift

Overview

CMA Certified Medication Aide $17-$21 per hour!/Pick Your Own Shift! Join to apply for the CMA role at KARE.

• Provide residents with medication administration and treatment assistance and services according to the health care provider’s orders
• Supervise residents who self-administer medication while following community and regulatory guidelines
• Report any changes in residents’ physical condition and/or behaviors
• Maintain resident records regarding medication distribution, leisure activities, incidents and observations
• Provide assistance as needed with medication reminders, bathing, grooming, dressing, escort service, and other activities of daily living
• Follow the schedule of resident’s needs set out by supervisor
• Provide emotional and social support to residents
• Support the dining staff and possibly assist in the dining room
• Possibly assist with laundry needs of the community or residents
• Document daily log of assistance
• Inform supervisor of any resident issues or concerns
• Respect and encourage the independence and dignity of the residents
• Respect residents’ confidentiality
• Be familiar and comfortable with emergency equipment and procedures
• Strive to maintain a safe working environment through the prevention of accidents, the preservation of equipment, and the achievement of safe working practices
• Maintain a positive and professional demeanor toward residents, visitors, families, and co-workers
• Adhere to all policies and procedures of the Community
• Perform other duties as assigned

• A High School Diploma or General Education Degree; or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Requires a CMA license
• Ability to lift at least 51 lbs on a regular basis and physically able to help residents who require physical assistance
• Read, write, speak and understand the English language
• May require experience with caring for residents with memory impairment if assigned to memory care areas of the community
• Ability to pass GCHEXS and drug screen
• A valid copy of a TB test and BLS/CPR card