Certified Medication Aide - CMAShift: Days / Weekdays and Weekends availableShift Length: 12 Hour ShiftsPay Range: $26.50-27.50/hourLocation: West Jefferson, NCJob Summary: The Certified Medication Aide roles is to assist the licensed nurse (RN or LPN/LVN) in providing safe and ethical care including administering prescribed drugs and completing other delegated nursing tasksSupervisory Responsibilities: None.Duties/Responsibilities:
- Dispense oral, inhalation and topical medications to patients under direct supervision of a licensed nurse unless otherwise allowed by state law.
- Observe patients for drug reactions and report any problems to the nurses.
- Performing tasks associated with medication administration, including patient vital signs, calculate medication dosages and stock the medication cart.
- Recording medication administration according to agency procedure
- Assists the nurse in providing care to clients, which includes observation and reporting of client needs
- Recognizes and performs tasks according to level of education and training
- Accepts responsibility and accountability for own performance according to state laws and regulations.
- Performs tasks in an ethical, legal and caring manner
- Performs tasks safely and effectively to assure client comfort and welfare
- Respects client rights and Protects confidential client information unless otherwise required to promote client safety and welfare
- Follows federal, state, and agency regulations to protect own health and that of others
- Seeks guidance from the nurse as needed to perform tasks safely and efficiently
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Shows dependability by being punctual; maintains consistent attendance.
- Maintains a safe environment for patients and co-workers, transports patients and equipment as appropriate.
- All CMA/MAACH will be required to perform aid duties, if needed.
Education and Experience:
- High school graduates accepted.
- Successful completion of medical assistant course or the equivalent.
- Previous hospital experience with acceptable references preferred.
- Demonstrated experience with production of specialized materials and documents.
- Active Medication Aide certification
- CMA & MAACH (MUST BE BOTH)
Physical Requirements:- Prolonged periods of standing and walking.- Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds at times.Required Credentials:- CPR / BLS- Medication Administration- License Verification- TB Test- Skills / CompetenciesVisit our website at: