About this opportunity
The Blossoms at Woodland Hills Rehab and Nursing Center lists this Certified Medication Aide (CMA) opportunity in little rock, Arkansas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Must have current Arkansas State License!!
EVENINGS AVAILABLE!!!
The Certified Medication Aide (CMA) will administer medications with safety techniques and sound judgment under the supervision of a licensed nurse. The person holding this position is delegated the responsibility for carrying out the assigned duties and responsibilities in accordance with current existing federal and state regulations and established company policies and procedures.
JOB DUTIES:
MA-Cs will administer the following medications
Oral medications, including scheduled medications
Inhalers
Nebulizer treatments, only if nurse completes lung assessment before and after and documents findings
Topical and rectal ointments
Nasal sprays and drops
Eye ointments and drops
Ear ointments and drops
Non-invasive treatments
Observes residents for drug reactions and reports any concerns to the nurse immediately
Monitors residents vital signs
Calculates medication dosages and stocks the medication cart
Documents what medications were given for the day on the medication administrator record (MAR) chart
Reports to the nurse on duty general and specific information pertaining to the response of the residents to their medications or treatments and any other pertinent or appropriate information
Reports to the nurse on duty for instructions before administering any PRN medication
Audits documentation to assure accurate, complete, and timely recording of medications and treatments
Safely lifts, moves, and transfers residents as required
Attends all mandatory meetings and in-services
Participates in a med pass audit at any time
Other duties as assigned by Director of Nursing or Nurse on duty
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS& ABILITIES: Adheres to and interprets resident rights and personnel policies
Knowledge of federal and state regulations
Understands special needs and limitations of elderly
Recognizes and identifies problems and refer to others if necessary
Ability to communicate with the resident, family, staff, and community
Maintains the confidentiality of resident information and honor his/her personal and property rights
Responds to the needs of the facility, residents, and families in a timely and appropriate manner
Must function independently, have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with residents
Must have patience, tact, cheerful disposition, and enthusiasm, as well as be willing to handle residents based on whatever maturity level in which they are currently functioning
Addresses resident and family satisfaction issues immediately by reporting them to the Supervisor in a professional manner
Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language
Must be able to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends and/or holidays
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
Must have high school diploma or equivalent. Must have current, Arkansas state license and must be able to provide all necessary documentation.
Our company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, our company complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Worksite address
little rock, AR, 72208, US
Who can apply
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