Certified Medication Aide
Company: Oaks Senior Living, LLC
Location: Savannah
Posted on: May 25, 2023
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Job Description:
Oaks Senior Living is currently recruiting kind hearted,
experienced Certified Medication Aides who have a passion for
working with seniors. Our culture centers around a Person Centered
Lifestyle with great core values and a dedication to enrich the
lives of those we serve . Oaks Senior Living inspires team members
to excel, rewards for excellence and creates a work environment
where all are trusted and empowered with a sense of ownership.
Extremely rewarding opportunity with growth potential!
Position Summary:
The Certified Medication Aide (CMA) provides hands-on supervision
of caregiver staff during their shift, ensure provision of quality
resident care, and uphold residence philosophy and resident
well-being. The CMA will properly administer scheduled medications
to residents in accordance with state regulations and Oaks Senior
Living policy. The CMA will provide personalized care and services
to residents, uphold the Oaks Senior Living policies and
procedures, respond effectively to emergency situations, and ensure
the residents' rights to safe, prompt, and confidential
treatment.
Qualifications:
A minimum of one year of experience working with residents in a
Senior Living environment.
Supervisory experience in a healthcare or service industry
preferred.
Required to have a Certified Nursing Assistant Certificate.
Required to have a Georgia Certified Medication Aide
Certificate.
Must be in good standing with the Georgia CNA/CMA Registry.
Ability to speak, read, and write English.
Friendly, caring disposition. Desire to work with older adults.
Must be 21 years of age. Must have a satisfactory criminal history
check.
Must have physical exam by a licensed physician. Must have a
negative drug screen.
Must be able to react in an emergency situation.
Primary Responsibilities:
Resident Services
Carry out all duties properly and effectively as assigned by the
Wellness Director and/or the Executive Director. Supervise the
caregiver staff on duty in providing quality care and meeting the
needs of residents in accordance with the Oaks Senior Living
philosophy and policies.
Adhere to each resident's Negotiated Service Plan and notify the
Wellness Director, MOD, and/or the Executive Director of any
changes in resident condition.
Answer and respond immediately to resident calls.
Seek assistance and advice from the Executive Director or the
Wellness Director immediately if you have any doubts or questions
when assisting with medications or treatments before you perform
the assigned task.
Assist with serving meals and supervise caregiver staff in the
dining room. Ensure that dining room is cleaned after each meal
service.
Control the spread of infection by following standard precautions.
Dispose of infectious and potentially infectious waste according to
residence policy and procedures.
Establish and maintain a good relationship with residents and their
families.
Respond to resident emergencies following the proper
procedures.
Assist in developing and maintaining a schedule for the caregiver
staff that sufficiently meets the needs of residents and ensures
proper staffing.
Respond to on-the-job injuries in accordance with the Oaks Senior
Living policies and procedures.
Complete 16 hours of continuing education units (CEU) biennially
specific to CMA's as outlined by the Alliant GMCF Registry. In
addition 16 hours of CEU's must be completed annually.
Lead by example, encourage teamwork, and promote the Oaks Senior
Living philosophy.
Provide an "open door" to employees, addressing any concerns or
grievances they may have.
Maintain CPR & First Aid certification.
Medication Administration
Follow the six 'rights" of medication assistance (right resident,
right drug, right dosage, right time, right route, right
record/documentation) each and every time assistance with a
medication occurs. Check each of the six "rights" of medication
assistance three different times: when the medication is taken out
of the medication cart, immediately before assisting with the
medication, and immediately after assisting with the medication
Administer medications to residents according to their Medication
Observation Record (MOR) and protect resident privacy. Provide
residents with any treatments required as part of their Resident
Care Plan as designated. Document clearly and accurately on the
Medication Observation Record (MOR) after a medication is
taken/given, refused, held, discontinued, changed, disposed of,
returned, following the Oaks Senior Livening policy.
Respect the residents' right to refuse medication/treatment.
Protect the residents' safety with medications. Explain to the
resident what medication is being given and why, prior to assisting
with medication.
Observe the resident for any adverse reaction to a medication and
report it to the Wellness Director and/or the Executive Director
immediately. Report all medication errors honestly and
immediately.
Communications
Attend all regular staff meetings and required in-service training
sessions.
Effectively communicate residents' needs with caregiver staff at
change of shift according to the Oaks Senior Living policies and
procedures. Effectively communicate to the Wellness Director and/or
the Executive Director any changes noted in a resident's condition
or behavior, adverse reaction to a medication, any resident or
family member concerns, complaints, refusal of a medication, any
errors noted on the Medication Observation Record (MOR).
Ensure required paperwork for providing resident care is completed
and up-to-date.
Reports to: Wellness Director, Executive Director, and
Manager-on-Duty
Physical Job Requirements
To fulfill job requirements, employee must be able to perform key
physical task for extended periods of time. Employees must adhere
to proper body mechanics and safety measures when supporting or
transferring residents. In a typical eight- hour day, employee
will:
Stand/walk up to eight hours a day. Sit up to two hours a day.
Frequently support up to 70 pounds. Occasionally lift/carry up to
15 pounds.
Frequently kneel, bend, and reach. Secure proper assistance for
transferring of residents as needed
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