Memory Care - Certified Medication Aide (Cma)

The Medication Aide coordinates resident care related to medications by working with all departments, the medical community, families and administrative staff to provide for resident needs with continuity and an adherence to the scope of practice and licensure for the community. The Medication Aide provides complete supervision of the medication room, passing techniques, documentation, and supervision and provision of care related to medication in the community.

Responsibilities of the Medication Aide:

 Pass and assist with administration of medications in accordance with the Community and Georgia Assisted Living Community Rules and Regulations.

 Ensure that the policies and procedures are effective and enforced to support the health and safety of the residents.

 Ensure that all medication documentation is current and correct, including medication administration forms, physician orders, change of dosages, written orders, etc.

 Maintain resident charts and keep documentation current.

 Ensure the medication carts and medication room is completely stocked with all required continuous, PRN, Over-the-Counter (OTC), and other medications as ordered by the physician and allowed under Regulations.

 Control medication carts, medication room access, and key assignment.

 Communicate resident status changes to Wellness Director and families.

 Review and utilize the Community’s disaster preparedness plan for staff and residents to follow in case of fire, explosion, natural disaster, or other emergency, including interruption of electrical power supply, gas-heating supply and water supply.

 Notify Memory Care Director of at-risk residents in need of a higher level of care.

 Coordinate care planning with families, physicians, and home health agencies while working within the Community’s policies and procedures.

 Coordinate medication orders and deliveries with pharmacies.

 Assist in updating assessments and care plans as needed.

 Assist in the training of care staff and participate in orientation of new staff.

 Perform room checks on a regular basis.

 Attend monthly staff meetings and complete all necessary in-service training.

 Read all shift change acknowledgement notes.

 Review and follow the employee handbook guidelines.

 Oversee care plan charting by caregiving staff.

 Other duties as assigned by the Memory Care Director or Administrator

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Paid time off
• Life insurance
• 401(k)
• Vision insurance
• Health savings account

Standard shift:

• Evening shift
• Day shift
• Overnight shift
• Night shift

Supplemental schedule:

• Holidays

Weekly schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Application Question(s):

• What is your desired hourly rate?

Experience:

• Caregiving: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• CMA (Preferred)

Work Location: One location