Certified Medication Aide (CMA)
Description

Job Summary


The Certified Medication Aide (CMA) is responsible for accurately administering and documenting medications to Heartspring students in a school and residential group home setting.


Primary Functions

  • Verify accuracy of medications to be administered to students.
  • Setup, distribute, and document prescribed medications to students in the Heartspring School and residential group homes.
  • Ensure controlled substances are accurately tracked and signatures for any removals have been obtained prior to removal.
  • Assist with the preparation of medications for student travel days and parent visitations.
  • Administer insulin based on patient specific protocols.
  • Inventory on-hand medications and order refills as needed.
  • Assist with the delivery of medication refills for the group homes.
  • Ensure compliance with Kansas DCF regulations regarding medication storage and labeling.
  • Perform and record refrigerator temperature checks twice daily.
  • Inform Heartspring RN or APRN of any health-related concerns observed.
  • Audits medication records for error reports that are not turned in or completed.
  • Relay information and communication between the Medical Office and second shift and/or weekend direct care providers (DCPs) regarding medication changes or medically ordered treatments.

Secondary Functions

  • Perform vital sign, height, and weight checks as ordered or required.
  • Inventory and re-stock first aid kits in the group homes and classrooms on a monthly and as needed basis.
  • Check-in cycle fill medications and pharmacy deliveries as they arrive.
  • Other duties as may be assigned by supervisors.
Requirements

Educational, Training, and Licensure Requirements

  • Current Certified Medication Aide (CMA) or Certified Nursing Assistance (CNA) certification preferred. Will consider training the right candidate.
  • Prefer six (6) months experience as CMA and/or CNA.
  • Prefer experience working with individuals with developmental complexities.
  • 18 years of age or older.
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Must have flexible work schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
  • Must complete all required orientation and training conducted by Heartspring staff.
  • Must maintain current CPR certification.
  • Must maintain current NCI certification.

Qualifications

  • Prompt and regular attendance is required for this position.
  • Clear and professional verbal and written communication skills.
  • Excellent attention to detail and thoroughly complete assigned tasks.
  • Ability to enter accurate and timely information into a computer program or system using a keyboard.
  • Ability to listen effectively and obtain information from others.
  • Must be reliable, responsible, and dependable to fulfill obligations.
  • Must be honest, ethical, and have the ability to maintain confidentiality.
  • Ability to work with minimum supervision and also function as a team member.
  • Ability to work with people of diverse cultural, educational, socio-economic, and linguistic backgrounds.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
Salary Description
$17.25/hr - $22.20/hr depending on experience