CMT

Key Responsibilities & Daily Tasks

• Medication Administration: Safely prepare, administer, and document oral, topical, and PRN (asneeded) medications following the "five rights" (right resident, medication, dose, route, and time).
• Vital Signs & Monitoring: Measure, record, and report resident vital signs (blood pressure, temperature, pulse, weight) and watch for adverse drug reactions or side effects.
• Resident Care & ADLs: Assist residents with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as personal hygiene, grooming, dressing, and meal assistance.
• Charting & Documentation: Accurately log all medication passes in the Medication Administration Record (MAR), chart condition changes, and report red flags immediately to the charge nurse.
• Communication: Maintain professional relationships with residents, families, and interdisciplinary healthcare teams, giving shift reports as required.

Job Requirements & Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Certification: Active stateapproved Certified Medication Technician (CMT) or Certified Medication Aide (CMA) license, often requiring prior active Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) status and specialized training hours (such as insulin certification in some states).
• Skills: Basic computer literacy for electronic health records, strong attention to detail, and effective English communication skills.
• Physical Demands: Ability to stand and walk for long shifts, and safely lift or assist residents (frequently pulling, pushing, or lifting up to 2550 lbs)