CMA - Certified Medication Assistant - AL - PRN

Facility: GSS HI Kaneohe

Location: Kaneohe, HI

Address: 45-090 Namoku St, Kaneohe, HI 96744, USA

Shift: 8 Hours - Varied Shifts

Job Schedule: PRN

Weekly

Hours:

Varies

Salary Range: $22.25 - $33.75

The Medication Assistant (MA) serves as a caregiver who provides resident-centered nursing care and daily living assistance to assigned residents under the supervision of a charge nurse. Knowledge of and delivers age-appropriate care related to the physical and psychological needs of the resident per plan of care. Provides assistance with basic health care needs including daily living activities such as bathing, toileting, grooming, dressing/undressing, obtaining and recording vital signs, and providing psycho-social support and other personal care to assigned resident.

May assist the resident in transferring, re-positioning, and walking using correct and appropriate transfer techniques and equipment and provides range of motion and passive exercises. Completes tasks related to food preparation and dining, while creating a positive dining experience for the resident. May assist residents with meals and snacks; provide water and supplements as appropriate. Administers prescribed medications as delegated by a licensed nurse and within their scope of practice as defined by state regulations.

Documents the outcomes related to resident care, medication administration, behavior, activity, and dietary. Communicates changing condition, medication follow‑up and care related concerns/responses to the charge nurse. Collects non‑invasive body fluid specimens and gathers vital signs. Provides housekeeping and laundry services to assist residents with keeping living areas clean and operational. Provides assistance and documentation with wellness and recreational programs and encourages residents to participate.

High school graduate or general equivalency diploma (GED) preferred, but not required. Minimum age of 18 preferred. Prior clinical or nursing assistant experience preferred. Satisfactorily completes yearly department specific competency testing and maintains a record of continuing education credits for each year. A minimum of 12 hours continuing education are required annually based on state requirements. Maintains all department specific required certifications.

When applicable, may need a valid driver's license and auto insurance.

State Specific Requirements

• Iowa:
  Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification with the State Board of Nursing. Must complete a state‑approved Certified Medication Aide/Assistant course once CNA certification is obtained.
• Minnesota:
  Nursing assistant certification, 75‑hour course and registration with Minnesota Nursing Assistant Registry. Must complete a state‑approved Trained Medication Assistant course.
• North Dakota:
  Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification with the State Board of Nursing. Must complete a state‑approved Certified Medication Aide/Assistant course once CNA certification is obtained. Medication Assistant I certification required for Assisted Living or Basic Care facility, Medication Assistant II for skilled nursing facility.
• South Dakota:
  Completed state approved Certified Medication Aide (CMA) course. CMA certification must be maintained with the State Board of Nursing.
• All Good Samaritan Society Locations:
  Must have the state required certified/trained medication aide certification (CMA or TMA). CNA certification is assumed prior to attaining TMA/CMA.

The Good Samaritan offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part‑time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home‑work balance. For more information about Total Rewards, visit

The Good Samaritan is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1‑877‑673‑0854 or send an email to talent.

The Good Samaritan has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre‑employment background screening as a condition of employment.

Req Number: R-0249057

Job Function: Nursing

Featured: No