The Certified Medication Aide dispenses medications under the direction of a licensed nurse and helps residents with activities of daily living, such as hygiene, toileting, feeding, moving safely to activities or functions, and caring for the resident's environment, including laundry and housekeeping. He or she must be sensitive to the needs and desires of each resident and make an attempt to improve and enrich their lives.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
Dispenses medications under the direction of a licensed nurse according to established procedures
Helps resident with all personal care functions as needed
Helps resident at mealtimes and monitors resident’s eating habits
Helps resident to and from daily activities
Cleans and organizes the resident’s room and assists with laundry
Measures and records vital signs, such as temperature, pulse, etc., and reports any changes in condition
Ensures that required documentation is complete and is in compliance with regulations and standards
Communicates with residents and families regarding care
Attends all staff meetings, trainings, and educational classes as required
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualifications & Physical Requirements:
Excellent communication, customer service, and problem-solving skills, including the ability to maintain composure under stress
Able to bend, kneel, squat, stand, and lift up to 50lbs as needed
Able to work a flexible schedule, which may include working days, evenings, weekends, and holidays
Education & Experience:
High school diploma or GED with further training to achieve certification
Certified as a Nursing Assistant (CNA) in this state
Certified as Registered Medication Aide in this state
At least one year of experience in an assisted living community preferred
Current CPR, First Aid, and AED certifications
This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee in this position. It is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities, duties, skill, or working conditions required of a person in this position. I have read the above job description, understand the conditions set forth therein, and will perform these duties to the best of my ability.
