Certified Medication Aide

Job Description

Job Description

The Certified Medication Aide is responsible for the safe and accurate administration of routine medications to residents under the supervision and delegation of a registered professional licensed nurse, in accordance with Michigan state regulations, facility policies, and physician orders. This role supports resident-centered care by ensuring timely medication delivery, monitoring for adverse reactions, and maintaining accurate documentation while adhering strictly to the defined scope of practice.

Join us with an attractive benefits offering:

• Competitive pay
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401K with matching funds
• Life Insurance
• Employee discounts
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Student Loan Reimbursement

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The essential functions of this position include the following. This list is not intended to be exclusive or exhaustive. There may be additional essential functions based on the unique nature of the position or environment.      

• Prepare and administer medications and treatments  except controlled medications, oxygen, injections, intravenously, parenteral or through any jejunostomy, gastrostomy, nasogastric or oral gastric tube, no initial dose or PRN medication as ordered by the physician and in accordance with state and federal regulations. 
• In Michigan, a certified medication aide shall administrator prescription and OTC medications as approved only at the delegation of the registered nurse this includes oral, inhaled, topical, medications such as nasal spray or as drops or ointments to residents’ eye, ear or nose, rectal and vaginal medications. 
• Verify the identity of the resident after administering the medication/treatment.  
• Review medication records for completeness of information, accuracy in the transcription of the physician's order, and adherence to stop order policies. 
• Follow the rights of medication administration and infection prevention standards 
• Verify physician orders prior to medication administration and clarify discrepancies with the RN Supervisor. 
• Measure, prepare, and administer medications accurately and safely. 
• Observe residents for side effects, adverse reactions, or medication errors, and report concerns immediately to the RN Supervisor. 
• Ensure medications are stored, handled, and disposed of in compliance with regulatory requirements. 
• Ensure accurate and timely documentation in the clinical record, administration of medication or refusals by patient 
• Report all discrepancies noted concerning physician orders, diet change, charting error, etc., to the RN supervisor. 
• Give/receive the nursing report upon reporting in and ending shift duty hours. 
• Notify the RN Supervisor when the resident is involved in an accident/incident or change in condition. 
• Review the residents’ chart for specific treatments, medication orders, diets, etc., as necessary. 
• Take and record vital signs (T, P, R, BP, FSBS) etc., as necessary. 
• Monitor residents and report deterioration to RN Supervisor. 
• Ensure compliance with federal and state regulations regarding medication administration. 
• Participate in Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement initiatives. 
• Adhere to Michigan scope of practice requirements for Medication Aides and facility policies. 
• Perform other duties as assigned. 

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and/or Experience:

• Must be, at least 18 years of age, or older 
• High school diploma or GED required 
• Completion of a Michigan Board of Nursing approved Medication Aide training program 

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

• Current Michigan Certified/State Tested Nurse Assistant certification 
• Must possess a state certified medication aide certification in the state of Michigan.  
• Current CPR certification or CPR certification within 90 days of employment. 

Minimum Qualifications:

• Computer skills are required. 
• Meets all state and federal criminal background check requirements. 

Ciena Healthcare  

We are a national organization of skilled nursing, subacute, rehabilitative, and assisted living providers dedicated to achieving the highest standards of care in Michigan and Ohio. We serve our residents with compassion, concern, and excellence, believing that every one of them is a unique person who deserves our best each day that we care for them. Join us, if you have a passion for improving the lives of those around you and working with others who feel the same way.