Certified Medication Aide (CMA) (L1MA)
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Warrensburg, MO - USA
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Job Summary
Community: Harmony Gardens Memory Care
Community Type: Assisted Living
Location: Warrensburg MO
Shifts Available: Nights
Employment Type: Full-Time
Pay: $15.50-$16.50
Why Youll Love Working Here:Were a team that believes in doing meaningful work the kind that makes a real impact. Be part of our team at Harmony Gardens Assisted Livingsupport residents brighten days and advance your career. Join our compassionate team as a CMA/L1MA where youll administer medications assist residents with daily care and help create a supportive home-like environment. Make a difference every day! Apply today! Not certified no worries. We can provide training!
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Memory Care Missouri
Americare Senior Living is seeking a compassionate and dependable Certified Medication Aide (CMA / Level One Medication Aide L1MA) to support residents in our Assisted Living Memory Care communities in Missouri.
In this role youll safely administer medications under the supervision of licensed staff while providing hands-on support with daily living activities. Youll help maintain a safe structured and home-like environment for residents living with memory loss while offering support to families and visitors.
The Certified Medication Aide (CMA / L1MA) is responsible for administering medications in accordance with Missouri state regulations while assisting residents with activities of daily living in a Memory Care setting.
This role functions as part of an interdisciplinary care team and plays a vital role in supporting resident safety routine dignity and quality of life.
Certified Medication Aide (CMA) Medication Technician (CMT) Med Aide Level One Medication Aide (L1MA) or Medication Assistant.
- Administer prescribed medications under the supervision of licensed nursing staff in accordance with Missouri regulations
- Verify resident identity prior to medication administration and document dosage time and observations
- Monitor residents for medication responses and promptly report adverse reactions or concerns
- Assist residents with activities of daily living (ADLs) including personal hygiene meals and mobility
- Accurately observe record and report resident care conditions concerns and food intake/output
- Recognize and report changes in resident condition to charge staff
- Complete admission discharge and transfer documentation as required
- Support coworkers by providing assistance as needed
- Perform housekeeping duties including cleaning resident rooms and common areas
- Answer phone calls greet visitors and assist with tours of the community as needed
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Completion of a Certified Medication Aide / Med Level One course with certification in the State of Missouri
- Willingness to complete Med Level One training at the community if applicable
- Active certification maintained in good standing
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a Memory Care team
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to medication safety
- Compassionate patient and resident-centered approach to care
- Professional communication skills and reliability
- Lift up to 25 lbs. and assist with resident transfers as needed
- Push pull and maneuver up to 100 lbs. including resident mobility assistance
- Maneuver resident wheelchairs weighing up to 350 lbs.
- Follow proper resident care procedures including two-person lifts when required
- Utilize required PPE to prevent exposure to bloodborne pathogens
- Report work-related injuries within 12 hours and complete required documentation
- Participate in company drug testing procedures
This role is performed in an indoor Memory Care environment with appropriate lighting and ventilation. Duties may include accompanying residents to supervised indoor or outdoor activities.
Join Americare Senior Living and make a meaningful difference by providing safe medication administration and compassionate daily support to residents in our Missouri Memory Care communities.
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