Certified Medication Aide - Part Time

Description We’re a 60-bed skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility in beautiful Bend, Oregon. We provide compassionate transitional and post-hospital care to help our residents regain their strength, independence, and confidence as they work toward returning home or transitioning to their next stage of care. We are seeking a Part-Time Certified Medication Aide (CMA) to join our caring and dedicated team. Part Time Schedule Fridays & Saturdays 6:00 am - 4:30 pm Why You'll Love Working Here You’ll be part of a supportive team that values teamwork, respect, and quality resident care. We believe in recognizing the important work our CNAs do and providing opportunities to grow along the way. We offer SEIU 503 Union benefits, including retention bonuses and additional shift bonuses per the union contract $1.00–$1.50 shift differentials for Evening and Overnight shifts Competitive pay Medical, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) retirement plan Paid vacation and sick time Life and disability insurance Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Continuing education and professional development opportunities Supportive leadership and a collaborative team environment What You'll Do Dispenses and prepares oral medications as per physician orders. Provides routine daily medications, either prescription or non-prescription, to patients whose condition and drug regimen are stable. Administers and documents medications in the indicated dosage at the correct time, via the desired route Performs capillary blood glucose checks. Takes resident's vital signs, keeps records and monitors for side effects. Turns oxygen on an off at pre-determined, established flow rate. Reports any changes in a resident’s vital signs or behavior or any other indication of adverse effects from a medication to the Charge Nurse. Counts controlled substances. Cleans & restocks medication cart. Ensures punctuality and regular attendance for assigned shifts. Perform other duties as assigned. Maintains resident/patient confidentiality. Conducts job responsibilities in accordance with the standards set out in the Company’s Code of Conduct, its policies and procedures, applicable federal and state laws, and applicable professional standards. Strong knowledge of medical and pharmacological terminology. Ability to manage medications for a large number of patients without making dosage or other medication errors. Understanding of HIPAA. Requirements Education Graduate of a CMA program required. Licenses/Certification Valid certification as a CMA in the state of employment. Valid CPR certification Experience Six months experience in a long-term care environment preferred. #J-18808-Ljbffr B end T ransitional C are