CMA - Certified Medication Aide

# CMA
- Certified Medication Aide (86944)
Northridge Village
- Ames, IA 50010## Overview Position Type Full Time & Part Time Category Health  Care## Description
** Northridge Village
** is an
** innovative**,
** beautiful, 5-star, boutique style senior living community.
** Our mission is simple: to enrich the lives of our residents through
** purpose, passion & joy in life!
** Our Community offers several levels of living including: independent living, assisted living, short-term rehab, and long-term care.  In addition to our commitment to provide quality care to our residents, we are also committed to providing a great work environment for our Team Members.
*
* Shifts:

** In general we offer 8, and 12 hour shifts for our CNA/CMA positions. We have openings for full-time (30+ hours weekly) and part-time (up to 29 hours weekly) positions.
* ** Evenings: 2pm-10:30pm
**** Benefits:
** We value and are grateful for our Team Members. Below is a snapshot of our benefits to foster health and happiness for our team:
* Health, Dental, & Vision Care Plans with company cost share (full-time only)
* Company paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP) that includes counseling sessions for Team Members and their Family.
* 401(k) with company match
* PTO* Holiday Premium Pay
* Volunteer Time Off
* Competitive Wages & Shift Differentials
* Referral Bonus
* Service Award Bonus
* Career Path Development
* Tuition Assistance & Certification Course Payment
* Fun & engaging team environment

If you're in search of a family based organization with a culture of care
** and
* * you have a passion for seniors - keep reading!
** Role:
** We are seeking a dedicated
** Certified Medication Aide (CMA)
** to join our team! The Certified Medication Aide is responsible for passing medication under the direct supervision of the Charge Nurse and to provide direct, hands-on care to residents.
** Responsibilities:
*** CMA - Certified Medication Aide under the direct supervision of the Charge Nurse, passes medication and provides treatments according to physician’s orders and in accordance with facility policy.
* CMA - Certified Medication Aide reports changes in resident’s condition immediately to the Charge Nurse.
* CMA - Certified Medication Aide reviews Tenant Service Plans as needed to gain and maintain a familiarity with tenant service needs and preferences.
* CMA - Certified Medication Aide reviews the Staff 24-Hour Communication log and corresponding Tenant Service Notes on a daily basis for information about changes in tenant service needs and/or health conditions.
* CMA - Certified Medication Aide provides personal services to tenants as assigned and as indicated on Tenant Service Plans.
* CMA - Certified Medication Aide assists tenants with medications and/or treatments as assigned and allowed by regulation.
* CMA - Certified Medication Aide responds to calls from the emergency call system in a timely manner.
* CMA - Certified Medication Aide demonstrates knowledge of and follows infection control procedures.
* CMA - Certified Medication Aide assists in the dining room during meal times
* CMA - Certified Medication Aide assists in maintaining a clean, comfortable, and safe environment by providing housekeeping services as needed.
* CMA - Certified Medication Aide assists with individual tenant and group social/recreational activities as requested; encourages tenant participation in activities.
* CMA - Certified Medication Aide monitors for changes in tenant needs, preferences, and/or health status, and reports/documents any changes according to established procedures.
* CMA - Certified Medication Aide responds to emergencies in an appropriate manner as per training received.## Qualifications
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* Qualifications:

** The Certified Medication Aide must have…