Certified Medication Aide (CMA)
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Springfield, VT - USA
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Job Summary
Community: Lakewood by Americare Senior Living
Community Type: Assisted Living and Memory Care
Location: Springfield MO
Shifts Available: 3rd shift (11pm-7am)
Employment Type: Full time
Pay: $16 to $17
Why Youll Love Working Here:
Americare is more than just a workplace-its a Senior Living Organization that offers a supportive and uplifting work environment that makes a difference in seniors lives daily. Were certified as a Great Place to Work and named a top provider by & World Report.
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Memory Care
Americare Senior Living is seeking a compassionate and detail-oriented Certified Medication Aide (CMA) to support residents in our Memory Care this role youll play a vital part in ensuring safe medication administration while providing hands-on support with daily living activities in a secure home-like environment.
Working under the supervision of licensed nursing staff youll help promote comfort dignity and consistency of care for residents living with memory loss.
The Certified Medication Aide (CMA) is responsible for administering prescribed medications and supporting residents with activities of daily living in accordance with state regulations and Americare policies.
This role partners closely with nursing staff and caregivers to ensure resident safety routine and person-centered care in a Memory Care setting.
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
- 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 including personal hygiene meals and mobility
- Recognize and report changes in resident condition to charge staff
- Maintain accurate documentation related to resident care intake and output as ordered
- Assist with admission discharge and transfer documentation as required
- Support coworkers by providing assistance as needed
- Perform light housekeeping duties including cleaning resident rooms and common areas
- Answer phones greet visitors and assist with tours as requested
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- Completion of a Certified Medication Aide (CMA) program that meets state requirements
- Active certification in good standing
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of an interdisciplinary care team
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to medication safety
- Compassionate patient and resident-focused approach to care
- Effective communication and professionalism
- 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 occasionally include accompanying residents to outdoor or community activities under supervision.
Join Americare Senior Living and make a meaningful difference by supporting residents with safe medication practices and compassionate routine-based care in our Memory Care community.
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