What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Medication Aide/Certified Nursing Assistant Residential Living position at Eastern Star Masonic Home?
EDUCATION: Certified Nurse Aide Training course completion, and/or currently enrolled in a CNA course. (Preferred)
Certified Medication Aide Training course. (Preferred)
JOB SUMMARY:
Under the supervision of a Charge Nurse, CMA administers medications as prescribed by the resident’s physician and documents the administration, the medication effectiveness and any noted adverse actions or side effects of the medications in accordance with established facility policies and procedures. Will also carry out tasks supportive and complimentary to nursing practices within the facility, providing assistance with activities of daily living, a safe environment, physical comfort, and emotional and social support to the residents.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES - (additional duties may be assigned)
1. Comply with facility’s personnel, safety and corporate policies and procedures.
2. Comply with Nursing Department’s policies and procedures.
3. Report witnessed allegations of resident abuse and/or neglect.
4. Treat residents, family members, visitors and team members with dignity and respect.
5. Maintain the confidentiality of all resident and family information.
6. Maintain electronic and/or written records on all residents without omitting or falsify information.
7. Ability to use and/or learn how to use in a proficient manner approved electronic devices that are used for documentation and/or recording keeping.
8. Will have active participation in QAPI including but not limited to meetings, implementation and continued development.
9. Report to work on time and as scheduled.
10. Passes medications and gives treatments according to physicians’ orders and in accordance with facility policy.
11. May be required to give shift report on status of residents.
12. May be required to document in the resident records.
13. Responsible for notifying charge nurse of medications needing to be refilled.
14. Assures personal and staff compliance to residents’ rights.
15. Responsible for maintaining a clean and organized med cart.
16. May be required to assist residents with personal hygiene task, and other ADLs.
17. May be required to perform duties as set forth on Certified Nurse Aide job description as needed.
18. Monitors personal and staff compliance to all State, and Federal requirements including, but not limited to blood borne pathogens, hazardous materials, infection control, and fire safety.
19. Monitors personal and staff compliance to resident’s rights.
Pay: $17.00 - $22.25 per hour
Benefits:
- AD&D insurance
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid orientation
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17 - $22