Certified Medication Aide (CMA)

Company: Avamere Rehabilitation of Oregon City
Location: Oregon City
Posted on: October 26, 2024

Job Description:

Certified Medication Aide (CMA)Type: On-Call (PRN)Shift: Days, Evenings or NOCLocation: Avamere Rehab of Oregon City 1400 Division Street Oregon City, OR 97045ResponsibilitiesAdminister medications to residents as ordered and under the direction of the attending physicianAdminister medications in accordance with established nursing standards, policies, local procedures and practices, and requirements of the stateAccurately and safely prepare, administer, and document the oral and/or topical medications ordered for a residentComplete necessary forms, charts, and reports in a timely matterEnsure all medications administered are properly labeled, returned, and reorderedCreate and uphold an atmosphere of warmth, patience, enthusiasm, and foster a calm and cheerful environmentParticipate in facility surveys by authorized government agenciesMaintain confidentiality of all resident care information in accordance with HIPAA guidelinesEffectively communicate necessary resident information to charge nurses, director of nursing and/or administratorQualificationsHigh school diploma or equivalentMust be a licensed certified medication aide in this stateKnowledge of the meaning and usage of common medical abbreviations, symbols, and terms for medication administrationAbility to accurately measure, record, and report vital signsEmployee Benefits:Tuition assistanceMentorship opportunitiesCareer developmentEmployee assistance program featuring counseling services, financial coaching, free legal services and moreGenerous employee referral programPaid time off/sick leave (rolls over annually)401K retirement plan with employer matchComprehensive benefits package with medical coverage, voluntary dental, vision, and life insurance, short-term disability, and AD&D coverageAccess up to 50% of your net earned income before paydayAvamere Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-VerifyThis position is subject to a collective bargaining agreement with the SEIU 503 #nonclinical95Licenses & CertificationsRequiredCertified Medication Aide

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