Certified Residential Medication Aide, Full Time Days, Rumford Community Home, LTC
Central Maine Medical Center
- Rumford, ME
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Must have a Residential Care Specialist 1, or Personal Support Specialist (PSS) Certificate. May be trained within 4 months of employment.
- Must have state approved 40-hour certificated medication administration certification.
- Must possess basic mathematical skills so as to be able to accurately administer proper medication dosage.
- Highly developed observation skills are desirable.
- Must be tolerant, patient, and treat residents with dignity and respect.
- Robust Paid Time Off (PTO) program
- Medical plan with enhanced Tier 1 benefits provided within the CMH system.
- Dental plan
- Vision plan
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Basic Life insurance at no cost
- Supplemental Life insurance
- Long-term disability insurance
- 401(k) or 403(b) retirement savings plans
- Tuition IO partnership for student loan repayment assistance and tuition assistance
- Family leave program for Parental Leaves
- Comprehensive Wellness Program
Demonstrates Competency in the Following Areas:
1. Administers medications as ordered by a physician under supervision of a licensed nurse, in accordance with all state and federal regulations and consistent with facility policy and standards of practice.
2. Must be able to accurately take and record vital signs of residents as assigned or as may be required by certain medications.
3. Accurately records the administration of medications and/or treatments as required by law and/or facility policy.
4. Observes residents for and reports any reactions and/or side effects of medications to a licensed nurse on the shift immediately.
5. Accurately administers PRN medications in accordance with state and federal regulations and consistent with facility policy after the nurse has assessed the need.
6. Documents reason for and purpose to PRN medications in a timely manner.
7. May dispense controlled drugs (schedule III, IV, V) and must accurately account for them under the supervision of the licensed nurse, (or charge nurse), per facility policy.
8. Properly secures medications carts and/or medications rooms per state and federal regulations and facility policy.
9. Attends facility educational in-services as required.
10. Follows federal, state and facility policies and guidelines in effect.
11. Performs other duties as assigned.
12. Orders medications and treatments from pharmacy as needed.
13. Transcribes and notes orders as needed.
14. Receives and puts medications away in their appropriate places as needed.
15. Notifies appropriate person(s) of needed supplies and equipment
16. Is respectful of facility property and uses it appropriately.
17. Keeps medication room neat, clean, and orderly.
18. Keeps medication carts clean and maintained in an orderly fashion in accordance with State of Maine Regulations and standards of practice.If you are passionate about making a difference and are looking for your next great career opportunity, we look forward to reviewing your application!