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Based in Martinez, Georgia, The Claiborne at West Lake is a family-owned and operated upscale senior living community. Our boutique resort-style community is a place where residents rediscover their bliss, establish deep connections with their neighbors and caregivers, and, most importantly, are happy to call home.
Job Description
Claiborne Senior Living is hiring Full and Part time Certified Medication Aides to work in our beautiful senior living community, The Claiborne at West Lake. The Certified Medication Aid (CMA) is responsible for providing personal assistance and routine daily care and services related to the residents in accordance with the Resident Care Plan.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assists residents with daily medications, treatments and care as assigned and within the scope of practice, policy and procedures and state regulations.
Responsible for maintaining a current accounting of all medication’s residents are taking and the documentation required for that process.
Responsible to report all change in status of residents as it relates to assisting with medications.
Coordinates medication services with resident, pharmacy and physician.
Communicates with physicians and family members as appropriate.
Assists Care Partners in the performance of their job and assume Care Partner activities when needed.
Provides resident comfort by utilizing resources and materials; transporting residents; answering resident’s call lights and requests; reporting observations of the resident to supervisor
Responds to resident’s needs promptly while maintaining each resident’s self- respect, personal dignity, personal safety and confidentiality.
Assists residents into and out of bed and wheelchair as needed, following safe lifting/transferring techniques.
Assists Life Enrichment staff in carrying out planned activities.
Documents actions by completing forms, reports, logs and records electronically.
Uses Universal Precautions and follow established policies concerning exposure to blood/body fluids.
Serves and protects the community by adhering to professional standards, community policies and procedures, state and local requirements.
Maintains job knowledge by participating in education opportunities; reading professional publications; participating in professional organizations; maintaining certification/licensure.
Maintains a safe and secure environment for all staff, residents and guests, following established safety standards.
Encourages teamwork through cooperative interactions with co-workers and other departments.
Performs other duties consistent with the position as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Complete an accredited Certified Medication Aide course
Valid State Specific CMA/CMT license
Ability to work under pressure and relate well to residents
CPR certification a plus
Excellent bedside manner
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Experience working with an electronic health record system
Must have a High School Diploma or GED
Must be able to read, write, and speak English
Must have a minimum of one-year prior experience
Must enjoy the senior population
Enjoy working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Continuous walking, bending and standing
Must be able to perform work both inside and outside, which requires stooping, bending and lifting of approximately 75 pounds
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
