(Cma) Certified Medication Aide

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

A CMA is under the direct supervision of the charge nurse. The charge nurse will follow up with the CMA to ensure the med pass is completed timely and accurately to assure that the highest degree of quality resident care can be maintained at all times.

QUALIFICATIONS :

• Ability to communicate effectively in English through both speech and writing.
• Current certification for Medication Aide./ 2yrs as certified Nurse Aide
• Previous patient care experience preferred.

RESPONSIBLITIES

• Inventory documentation of drugs on appropriate forms.
• Reports medication reorder.
• Follow charting guidelines for PRN documentation.
• Links Staffing provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
• Reports promptly any change of patient condition or other concerns to Patient Care Supervisor.
• Current certification for Medication Aide.
• Participates in all assigned meetings, trainings, education and in-service as required.