Certified Medication Aide (CMA) - Skilled Nursing

Company: Prestige Care Inc
Location: Portland
Posted on: March 20, 2023

Job Description:

DAY and EVE

What does the CertifiedMedication Aide do?

You will be providing medication services and directresident care to our terrific residents, assist in medication distribution, maintaininga positive physical and psychosocial environment for residents, and be a partof a high performing care team. Additionally, you will get to assist our residentswith activities of daily living, housekeeping, laundry and other daily chores.

Why join thePrestige Care Family in the Certified Medication Aide role and what can weoffer you?

• See the impact of your expertise and care byinteracting with our residents on a daily basis
• Collaborate with a strong team of health careproviders, all while working in a home-like setting
• The ability to bring pure joy and community toour residents
• Start your healthcare career with us, with adefined career track
• Build relationships with your residents formonths and years at a time
• Strong promote-from-within culture: thepossibilities are endless
• Our 35+ year old, family-owned and operatedorganization (with over 80 locations in 8 states) means we aren't too small,but not too big. You are known here In this job, everyday you will...
  
  1. Responsible for the daily operation of themedication room and medication services as directed by the Director of Nursing(SNF) or Health Services Director (AL) and in accordance with physician orders,state regulations and the nurse practice act.
  
  2. Processes physician medication and treatmentorders in accordance with state regulations and the nurse practice act.
  
  3. Administers and assists with theself-administration of routine and non-routine medications in accordance withphysician orders, state regulations and the nurse practice act.
  
  4. Reports and records changes in residentcondition, incidents and accidents to Director of Nursing (SNF) or HealthServices Director (AL), physician and family member as indicated under thedirection of the Director of Nursing (SNF) or Health Services Director (AL).
  
  5. Routinely communicates with physicians,pharmacies, outside services, residents and families regarding medication andcare services.
  
  6. Provides direct resident care while promotingthe resident's dignity, independence and choice, regularly observes residents'physical and mental conditions and reports changes to the HSD, ExpressionsCoordinator, or Executive Director.
  
  Education & Experienceyou need to qualify:
  • You will need a High school diploma or GED withone or more years of personal care experience with older adults preferred or asrequired by state regulations
  • You must hold state required medication passcertification or other required certification, complete state required delegationand/or training requirements, and successfully complete the medication passcompetency
  • Must have current CPR certification, First Aidtraining, and Food Handlers permit as required by state regulations
  • Must complete all state required trainings asnecessary EOE/M/F/VETS/DISABLED - At Prestige, it is our promise to personally touch lives every day. It is a philosophy of caring based on our core values of integrity, trust, commitment, and respect, that are at the center of all that we do. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce that represents all of us, coming from different experiences, cultures, backgrounds, and viewpoints. Inclusion is the way we treat one another and how we celebrate what makes us different.
    
    Prestige is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
    
    Inadherence with state & federal mandates, Prestige Care team members arerequired to be vaccinated for COVID-19 as an condition of employment, unless ateam member qualifies and receives an approved religious or medical exemption.
    
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    Information about Glisan Care Center
    
    At Glisan Care Center, we care deeply and are alwayslooking forward to sharing our hearts with new patients, residents and theirfamilies. We work to ensure that each person is comfortable and knows that theywill receive the best care from some of the most experienced professionals inthe industry.
    
    We offer a wide variety of services, and our programsrange from short-term, transitional care to bridge the gap between hospital andhome to long-term placement for those unable to manage in a more independentenvironment. Rehabilitative care and other therapy treatments are available forpatients recovering from hip, knee or cardiac surgeries, as well as strokes,wound care, or other injuries and illnesses following a hospitalization.
    
    Our experienced staff works hard seven days a week tohelp individuals transition from the hospital to home. All programs at Prestigeutilize a comprehensive assessment process and interdisciplinary approach tohelp residents achieve the highest practicable level of independence and enjoy thebest quality of life.
    
    Who Is Prestige Care?
    
    Prestige Care is a family of over 75 skilled nursing +post-acute care centers, as well as assisted living and memory care communitiesin 8 Western states. We are an organization of over 5,000 team members whoserve thousands of residents, where we have the privilege of personallytouching their lives every day.
    
    Benefits
    
    Beginning January 2023, Prestige is excited to offer a great medical plan with low monthly premiums for Full Time (32 hr+) Oregon Skilled Nursing Center employees and dependents!
    
    Oregon SNF Union Employees:
    • Employee Only: $35/month
    • Employee & Spouse: $70/month
    • Employee & Family: $105/month Oregon SNF Non-Union Employees:
      • Employee Only: $75/month
      • Employee & Spouse: $200/month
      • Employee & Family: $300/month Our comprehensive benefit package includes:
        • A choice of health plans - Kaiser Permanente or Regence BlueCross BlueShield
        • Coverage begins the first of the month after start date
        • Preventative care covered at 100% /Generic Rx covered at 100%/Office Visit Co-pay $20
        • Vision - VSP/Dental - Delta
        • Employer paid Life and AD&D
        • 401k w/company match
        • Employee Assistance Program
        • Paid Time Off Program/Paid holidays
        • Annual wage increases
        • Scholarship/Tuition reimbursement
          * Nursing Assistant students not employed by Prestige Care Full Time outside of their class will not be benefit eligible as they are not considered employees

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