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Certified Medication Aide / CMA - Memory Care

Avamere

#CMA #Assisted Living #Medication Administration #HIPAA #BLS #CPR #Vital Signs #Patient Care #Healthcare #Nursing Standards

Quick overview

Safely administer oral and topical medications to residents according to physician orders and nursing standards. Maintain accurate medical records and foster a supportive, calm environment for residents in assisted living.

Requirements summary

Must be a state-certified medication aide with a high school diploma and CPR/BLS certification. Candidates must be at least 18 years old and proficient in English communication and medical abbreviations.

high schoolprofessional certificateMedication AdministrationHIPAA ComplianceMedical TerminologyPatient CommunicationVital Signs MonitoringPatient DocumentationResident CareCPR/BLS

Job description

Certified medication aide (Cma) - Omaha, ne

Shifts Available in Memory Care

Day (6am - 2pm) - Full-time and Part-time Evening (2pm-10pm) - Full-time and Part-time NOC (10pm-6am) Shifts - Full-time and
Part-time
Shifts are available in our
Memory
Care
Unit
Schedule: Rotating full-time and part-time schedules; Every other weekend required with rotating holiday schedules
Training/Orientation: 1st week is completed on
Day
Shifts for training
Location: Ovation Heartwood Preserve; 70 Maxwell Plz, Omaha, NE 68154 Apply online at https://teamavamere.com/ [https://teamavamere.com/]

As a Certified Medication Aide (CMA) at Ovation Heartwood, you play a key role in supporting the health, comfort, and daily well-being of our Assisted Living residents. You’ll safely administer medications while building trusted relationships, working closely with the care team, and helping create a calm, supportive environment where residents feel cared for and at home.

Responsibilities

Administer medications to residents as ordered and under the direction of the attending physician
Administer medications in accordance with established nursing standards, policies, local procedures and practices, and requirements of the state
Accurately and safely prepare, administer, and document the oral and/or topical medications ordered for a resident
Complete necessary forms, charts, and reports in a timely matter
Ensure all medications administered are properly labeled, returned, and reordered
Create and uphold an atmosphere of warmth, patience, enthusiasm, and foster a calm and cheerful environment
Participate in facility surveys by authorized government agencies
Maintain confidentiality of all resident care information in accordance with HIPAA guidelines

Qualifications

Must be 18 years or older
High school diploma or equivalent
Must be a certified medication aide in this state
Knowledge of the meaning and usage of common medical abbreviations, symbols, and terms for medication administration
Ability to accurately measure, record, and report vital signs
Must be able to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English
CPR/BLS certification

Ovation by Avamere is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify

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