Certified Medication Aide; CMA - Laurel Court

Shifts:

6:00 AM–2:00 PM and 2:00 PM–10:00 PM ($1.00 shift differential).

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are at the heart of Cantex. We are committed to a culture that respects our differences and values the contributions of all people.

The overall purpose of the Certified Medication Aide position is to administer oral and topical medications to patients/residents, perform routine daily tasks to maintain patient health, comfort, and well-being under the direction of a physician and supervision of a licensed nurse, and in accordance with state and federal rules and regulations.

• State certification as a Nursing Assistant mandatory.
• State approved medication administration certification (where required).
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.

• Administer medications as ordered by a physician under the supervision of a licensed nurse, in accordance with state and federal regulations and facility policy.
• Demonstrate knowledge of the “five rights” of medication administration.
• Take and record vital signs of patients/residents as required.
• Record the administration of medications and treatments appropriately.
• Observe for and report any reactions or side effects of medications.
• Administer PRN medications in accordance with regulations and facility policy.
• Document reason for and response to PRN medications.
• Dispense narcotics and account for them under the supervision of the licensed or charge nurse per facility policy.
• Secure medication carts/rooms in compliance with regulations and policy.
• Attend facility education in‑services.
• Make observation rounds under the supervision of the licensed or charge nurse.
• Supervise nursing assistants/orderlies as assigned.
• Keep medication rooms, carts, and refrigerators clean and organized.
• Remove expired medications for destruction per policy.
• Attend Quality Assurance meetings as requested.
• Function as a Team Leader/Role Model.
• Review Cantex Continuing Care Networks Clinical Policies and Procedures for Abuse Prevention and enforce them.
• Assure patient/resident safety.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

We are an equal‑opportunity employer. Benefits include a 401(k) with match, CEU reimbursement, vacation, sick leave, holidays, medical, dental, and supplemental insurance, and a highly competitive compensation package.