Medication Aide and CNA Dual Certified - Part Time

Overview

Part Time. 16 hours a week. 3pm - 11pm (Evening shift). Alternating weekends are required. Assisted Living & Memory Care.

Cedarfield CNA/RMA Part Time

JOB SUMMARY:

Provides routine resident services using effective, outcome focused services, such as medication and treatment procedures including charting, nourishment, activities of daily living (ADL’s), etc. Documents services and responds to resident needs. Must be licensed in the state of Virginia as a Registered Medication Aide and a Certified Nurse Aide. The Medication Aide provides quality care and assistance with activities of daily living for residents of the community as well as assists with the administration of prescribed medications within the established scope of practice.

The Medication Aide encourages all residents to function at their highest level of independence and to participate in community activities.

• Graduate from an approved certified Nursing Assistant Program.
• Certified as a Nursing Assistant in Virginia (CNA) and Registered Medication Aide (RMA) REQUIRED.
• CPR/AED certification required.
• Graduate of a medication training program, including insulin module and meet 54.1-34-8 Code of Virginia Requirement.
• Experience preferred.

• Understands the implications of resident rights regarding medications, treatment decisions and confidentiality.
• Recognize emergencies and other health-threatening conditions and respond accordingly.
• Identify medication terminology and abbreviations.
• Implement standard precautions.
• Cleans and disinfects as needed.
• Properly dispose of infectious waste according to state law.
• Review administration records and Doctor’s orders.
• Maintain resident medical records while abiding by HIPAA policies and procedures. Facilitate resident awareness of medication purpose and effects.
• Demonstrate the five rights of medication administration.
• Follow policy for medication administration. Measure and record vital signs, as indicated.
• Assist resident to administer oral medications and documentation of medication administration.
• Report to charge nurse and document a resident’s refusal to take medication.
• Document medication errors.
• Store and secure all medications.
• Maintain an inventory of medications.