Full-Time
Certified Medication Aide
Cma
Otterbein SeniorLife
Nonprofit senior living and care services
Compensation Overview
$22/hr
Hermitage, PA, USA
In Person
On-site role in Cortland, Ohio. No remote work.
Bachelor's
 Medical, Clinical & Veterinary (1) |
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- High school diploma or GED equivalent
- Current Medication Aide Certification issued by the Ohio Board of Nursing
- Ohio active CMA certification
- CPR
- active Certified Nursing Assistant - CNA/STNA certification
- At least 12 months of direct care as a Certified Nursing Assistant - CNA/STNA (practice desired); long term care experience preferred
- Assist residents with preparing and administering medications ordered by the physician
- Administers prescribed, routine medications and treatments as defined by state regulations in accordance with company policies and procedures.
- Observes residents for adverse reactions to medications and reports any concerns to the supervising nurse.
- Takes and records vital signs prior to administration of medications which could affect or change vital signs.
- Immediately documents the administration of medication in the resident’s record.
- Administers PRN medications following nurse assessment and delegation.
- Communicates all deviations in the delegated medication administration to the nurse.
- Assists the nurse in providing care to residents, which includes observation and reporting of resident needs.
- Prepares and stores medications in accordance with instructions of the manufacturer or pharmacist.
- Maintains neat, clean, and orderly medication room(s) and medication cart(s).
- Follows federal, state, and company regulations to protect own health and that of others.
- Immediately reports all resident and workplace incidents to supervisor.
- Seeks guidance from the nurse as needed to perform tasks safely and efficiently.
- Provides personal care services of residents and assistance in all activities of daily living as needed.
- Answers medical alert calls in a prompt and polite manner.
- Attends initial training, in-service training sessions, and staff conferences upon request
- Respects residents’ rights.
- Performs tasks in an ethical, legal, and caring manner.
- Protects confidential resident information.
- Wears badge at all times with the title “Certified Medication Aide”
- Other duties as assigned.
- 12 months direct care as CNA/STNA practice desired
- Long term care experience preferred
Otterbein SeniorLife is a nonprofit provider of senior living and post-acute care. It operates life-plan communities, skilled-nursing neighborhoods, assisted living, independent living, rehabilitation, home services, and related programs. Older adults and families use its residential and care options across different stages of aging and recovery. Community teams are supported by clinical leadership, hospitality, therapy, sales, facilities, spiritual care, and central services. Roles include nursing, caregiving, therapy, dining, life enrichment, maintenance, administration, and community leadership.
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