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Certified Medication Aide (CMA)

  • Las Cruces, NM, United States

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Original job description

Are you a person who believes in providing great care? Do you believe in having a positive impact on other people's lives? Are you a team-player, quick-thinker, and ready to be a part of an organization that supports your growth?

WHAT WE'RE ABOUT

We believe care goes beyond a medical chart. With kindness and integrity as our guide, we strive for excellence in every interaction.

Requirements:

You care.

CMA Perks:

  • Generous Bonuses
  • Growth Opportunities - DOUBLE your salary
  • Health Benefits

POSITION SUMMARY

Administers oral and external medications to residents under the direction and supervision of a registered nurse or a licensed practical / vocational nurse.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Prepares and administers medications to residents following established procedures
  • Verifies identity of resident receiving medication and records name of drug, dosage, and time of administration on specified forms or records
  • Clarifies any order or treatment regimen believed to be inaccurate, ineffective, or contraindicated by consulting with appropriate licensed practitioner. Notifies supervisor when making the decision not to administer
  • Takes and records vital signs upon administration of medications when required
  • Orders and re-orders medications and returns all discharge medications for credit in compliance with federal and state regulations.
  • Maintains neat, clean, and orderly medication room and cart. Takes appropriate precautions to make sure residents / patient do not have access to medications other than those prescribed
  • Completes required forms and documents in accordance with company policy and state and/or federal regulations

Qualifications

  • 1-2 years' experience in related position, in healthcare environment preferred
  • High school diploma or equivalent desirable
  • Successful completion of a state approved course and is approved to administer oral and external medication

Benefits:

  • Medical insurance with Rx benefits
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision care
  • Paid vacation
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Skills

  • CMA
  • RN
  • Vital signs
  • Regulatory compliance

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