Certified Medication Aide CMA
Occupations:
Nursing AssistantsHome Health AidesMedical AssistantsPersonal Care AidesHealthcare Support Workers, All OtherIndustries:
Home Health Care ServicesNursing Care Facilities (Skilled Nursing Facilities)Continuing Care Retirement Communities and Assisted Living Facilities for the ElderlyOther Residential Care FacilitiesGeneral Medical and Surgical HospitalsBenefits/PerksFlexible SchedulingCompetitive CompensationCareers AdvancementJob SummaryWe are seeking a Certified Medication Aide (CMA) to join our team. In this position, you will assist patients with their daily living needs, provide compassionate care, and generally increase their quality of life. Responsibilities may include monitoring vital signs, assisting with hygiene needs, and communicating with nurses and doctors. The ideal candidate is compassionate, reliable, and willing to be an advocate for their patients.ResponsibilitiesAssist with daily living activitiesAssist with personal hygiene needs and dressingAssist with mobility, walking, and physical therapy exercisesProvide adjunct patient careMonitor food intakeAdministering medications as per the instructions of a healthcare professionalDocumenting the medications administered to patientsObserving and recording patients' responses to medicationsReporting to nursing staff on duty about patients' conditions and medication side effectsFollowing safety procedures when handling and disposing of medicationsCollaborate with other healthcare professionalsQualificationsHigh school diploma/GEDValid Certified Nursing Aide (CNA) certificationFirst aid and CPR-certifiedBasic computer skillsAbility to adhere to all health and safety guidelinesExcellent communication and interpersonal spillsAbility to lift heaving objectsValid driver's license and reliable transportationAbility to work with limited supervisionCompassionate, respectful, ethical