Certified Medication Aide / CMA - PRN

Certified Medication Aide / CMA - PRN

Job Category : Nursing

Requisition Number : CERTI027797

Location : Avamere Rehabilitation of King City, 16485 SW Pacific Hwy, Tigard, OR 97224

We are looking for a Certified Medication Aide (CMA) to join our team in Tigard, OR. In this role, you will administer medications to residents in accordance with state regulations and facility policies while providing compassionate care in a skilled nursing environment.

Avamere Rehabilitation of King City is now hiring a PRN Certified Medication Aide (CMA). We offer a strong, exciting team environment with group decision-making culture! Whether you are fresh out of school, looking to improve your skills, or wanting to grow in your career, let Avamere help.

Responsibilities :

• Administer medications to residents as ordered and under the direction of the attending physician
• Administer medications in accordance with established nursing standards, policies, local procedures and practices, and requirements of the state
• Accurately and safely prepare, administer, and document the oral and / or topical medications ordered for a resident
• Complete necessary forms, charts, and reports in a timely manner
• Ensure all medications administered are properly labeled, returned, and reordered
• Create and uphold an atmosphere of warmth, patience, enthusiasm, and foster a calm and cheerful environment
• Participate in facility surveys by authorized government agencies
• Maintain confidentiality of all resident care information in accordance with HIPAA guidelines
• Effectively communicate necessary resident information to charge nurses, director of nursing and / or administrator

Qualifications :

Avamere is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify

This position is subject to a collective bargaining agreement with the SEIU 503