Certified Medication Aide - Skilled Nursing
Job Type
Part-time
Description

We’re a 60-bed skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility in beautiful Bend, Oregon. We provide compassionate transitional and post-hospital care to help our residents regain their strength, independence, and confidence as they work toward returning home or transitioning to their next stage of care.  We are seeking a Part-Time Certified Medication Aide (CMA) to join our caring and dedicated team. 


Part Time Schedule: 

Fridays & Saturdays 6:00 am - 4:30 pm

 

Why You'll Love Working Here:

You’ll be part of a supportive team that values teamwork, respect, and quality resident care. We believe in recognizing the important work our CNAs do and providing opportunities to grow along the way.

We offer:

  • SEIU 503 Union benefits, including retention bonuses and additional shift bonuses per the union contract
  • $1.00–$1.50 shift differentials for Evening and Overnight shifts
  • Competitive pay
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Paid vacation and sick time
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Continuing education and professional development opportunities
  • Supportive leadership and a collaborative team environment

 What You'll Do: 

  • Dispenses and prepares oral medications as per physician orders.
  • Provides routine daily medications, either prescription or non-prescription, to patients whose condition and drug regimen are stable.
  • Administers and documents medications in the indicated dosage at the correct time, via the desired route
  • Performs capillary blood glucose checks.
  • Takes resident’s vital signs, keeps records and monitors for side effects.
  • Turns oxygen on an off at pre-determined, established flow rate.
  • Reports any changes in a resident’s vital signs or behavior or any other indication of adverse effects from a medication to the Charge Nurse.
  • Counts controlled substances.
  • Cleans & restocks medication cart.
  • Ensures punctuality and regular attendance for assigned shifts.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
  • Maintains resident/patient confidentiality.
  • Conducts job responsibilities in accordance with the standards set out in the Company’s Code of Conduct, its policies and procedures, applicable federal and state laws, and applicable professional standards.
  • Strong knowledge of medical and pharmacological terminology.
  • Ability to manage medications for a large number of patients without making dosage or other medication errors.
  • Understanding of HIPAA.



Requirements

Education

Graduate of a CMA program required.


Licenses/Certification

Valid certification as a CMA in the state of employment.

Valid CPR certification


Experience

Six months experience in a long-term care environment preferred.

Salary Description
$24.40 - $31.45