What are the responsibilities and job description for the Kentucky Medication Aide (KMA) position at Bradford Heights Nursing and Rehabilitation?
Shift Type: Day shifts available!
Go Higher with Bradford Heights!
We are more than just a care center; we are a community dedicated to enriching lives both inside and outside our walls. Happy employees lead to our residents receiving the best care possible. Your passion is our purpose! Our supportive work environment encourages teamwork and open communication. From community garden projects to lively resident BBQs, there's always something exciting happening here. Join us at a facility where your voice is respected and your hard work is valued.
We offer the following benefits for our amazing staff:
Micro Raises Quarterly: Recognizing and rewarding exceptional performance with quarterly salary increases.
Bucket List Rewards Program: Unique rewards program celebrating milestones and achievements.
Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance: Comprehensive benefits to support our employees' health and well-being.
Tuition Reimbursement: Supporting continuous learning and career development through financial assistance.
Shift Differentials: Additional compensation for working evenings, nights, and weekends.
DailyPay Available: Providing flexibility with daily access to earned wages.
KMA responsibilities:
Provide residents with medication administration and treatment assistance and services according to the health care provider's orders
Supervise residents who self-administer medication while following company and regulatory guidelines
Report any changes in residents' physical condition and/or behaviors
Maintain resident records regarding medication distribution, leisure activities, incidents, and observations
KMA Required skills and qualifications:
KMA certification required
High school diploma or GED
One year of KMA experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Previous experience working directly with older adults preferred
Flexible schedule, including availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed
Must enjoy working with the senior population
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The Facility is an equal opportunity employer. The Facility does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or any other characteristic(s) protected by federal, state, and local laws. The Facility will also make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities should a request for an accommodation be made. A key part of this policy is to provide equal employment opportunity regarding all terms and conditions of employment and in all aspects of a person's relationship with the Facility, including recruitment, hiring, promotions, upgrading positions, conditions of employment, compensation, training, benefits, transfers, discipline, and termination of employment.