Job Description

Wages starting at $15.50 with experience pay in addition. August 1st - August 31st

Retention Bonus of $5,000. Half will be paid out with-in 30, 60 and 90 days then, 150.00 per pay check till paid off!!

POSITION DESCRIPTION

POSITION TITLE: CERTIFIED  MEDICATION AIDE

DEPARTMENT: NURSING

REPORTS TO: DON/CHARGE NURSE 

POSITION PURPOSE: We are looking for dedicated CMA's to come join our team! 

Ensures proper dosage and distribution of medication in accordance with State regulations, takes vital signs, responds to emergencies, records information in a resident’s medical record, assists in management of the medical record as needed, and any other assigned duties to support the medical department as they have certification or documented training on.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF POSITION:

• Maintains adequate stock of drugs, ensures that storage of drugs is in compliance with prescribed conditions of temperature and humidity, and verifies that all drugs are labeled properly
• Prepares medication for the residents
• Distributes medication and instructs residents in proper application/consumption of medications per the directions of the physician
• Records each distribution of medication in resident’s medical file
• Takes vital signs and records on the appropriate document
• Can be responsible for documenting, faxing, following up, and providing documentation required for all authorizations for each entity requiring prior authorization for any and all medical care
• Preform glucose testing by glucometer as directed
• Perform additional duties as assigned
• Will also preform duties as Certified Nursing Assistant when needed as well

EDUCATION/REQUIREMENTS:

High School diploma or equivalent and medication Aide Certificate required, and Certified Nursing Assistant Certificate required. 

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