About this opportunity
Prime Healthcare lists this Certified Residential Medication Aide CRMA opportunity in auburn, Maine. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Bonus Amount
n$2,500
nOverview
nCentral Maine Healthcare (CMH), a member of Prime Healthcare Foundation, is an integrated healthcare delivery system serving approximately 400,000 residents across central, western, and midcoast Maine through a network of more than 40 primary and specialty care locations. The system includes Central Maine Medical Center (CMMC) in Lewiston, a 250-bed, not-for-profit regional referral hospital that is home to the region's only Cancer Care Center, an orthopedic ambulatory surgery center, and the Central Maine Heart and Vascular Institute. CMMC also serves as the central Maine base for LifeFlight of Maine, the state's only medical helicopter service.
nCMH also includes Bridgton Hospital and Rumford Hospital, two 25-bed critical access hospitals that provide essential care to Maine's rural communities.
nAs part of its commitment to healthcare education and workforce development, CMH is home to the Maine College of Health Professions, Maine's first nursing and medical imaging school. The private, not-for-profit institution is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education and plays an important role in training the next generation of healthcare professionals.
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nResponsibilities
nAdministers medications to residents in accordance with the rules and regulations governing the licensing and functioning of Residential Care Facilities. Certified Residential Medication Aides (CRMA) perform these tasks as ordered by physicians, under the supervision of a licensed nurse, in accordance with state and federal rules and regulations, and consistent with facility policies. Performs routine daily tasks required to maintain the health, comfort, and well-being of residents. Functions within the constraints of established policy and procedure consistent with accepted/allowed standards of practice and state and federal regulations. Working contacts include: residents, residents’ families, medical professionals and other facility staff. Is assigned responsibility/authority for decisions specific to assigned functions under the direction of a licensed nurse, but may seek additional direction from the charge nurse, nurse supervisor, director of clinical services or administrator as may be appropriate. Performs resident care when not being utilized as a CRMA.
nQualifications
nEDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING
nnnHigh School Diploma or equivalent.
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nnMust have a Residential Care Specialist 1, or Personal Support Specialist (PSS) Certificate. May be trained within 4 months of employment.
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nnMust have state approved 40-hour certificated medication administration certification.
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nnPrevious experience in long-term care resident care is preferred.
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nnMust possess basic mathematical skills to be able to accurately administer proper medication dosage.
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n nPay Transparency
nCentral Maine Long Term Care, Inc offers competitive compensation and a reasonable compensation estimate for this role is $20.00 to $23.75. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.
nThe company is dedicated to empowering its staff with a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, allowing them the freedom to customize their benefits to fit their unique needs. Our abundant resources, programs, and voluntary options serve as a foundation for individual growth and well-being. Learn more here:
nEmployment Status
nFull Time
nShift
nDays
nEqual Employment Opportunity
nCompany is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights:
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nFacilityCentral Maine Long Term Care, Inc
nLocationUS-ME-AUBURN
nID
nCategoryAide
nPosition TypeFull Time
nShiftDays
nJob TypeNon-Exempt
Worksite address
auburn, ME, 04211, US
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