Certified Medication Aid

Job Description

Job Description

Certified Medication Aid (CMA)

Opening : Lake City and Rockwell City, 40 hours per week, every 3rd weekend. Administer medication to clients and provide nursing services in accordance with their needs under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). Ensure clients take the proper medications at the right time and assist other staff members as needed.

Duties and Responsibilities of Certified Medication Aid

• Deliver routine daily medications, either prescription or non-prescription, to clients.
• Coordinate with nurses to assist with patient care, including taking clients to appointments.
• Follow written or verbal instructions on how to manage medications
• Respond to call light / code whites and code greens to assist with patient needs
• Track all prescription and non-prescription drugs administered, keeping meticulous records of dosage times and amounts.
• Ensure clients take their medication.
• Follow all organization standards and regulations to ensure the safety of clients / members and staff.
• Complete additional assigned duties as directed by nursing services.
• Assist Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) with routine care for the clients / members when nursing assistance is not needed as directed by the nurse on duty.
• Complete monthly medication passes and attend the required number of CMA in-services as outlined in the Opportunity Living Medication Administration Policy.
• Serve as an advocate for client rights.
• Maintain flexibility of schedules to provide adequate coverage.
• Assist in ensuring the effective and efficient operation of the organization by performing all duties as assigned by the supervisor / manager.
• Maintain professional competency by participating in continuing education, in-services, and personal growth experiences.

Protect the privacy of clients and staff by maintaining the confidentiality of records and personal information and following all policies and procedures under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).

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