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The Lead CMA will oversee all other clinical associates while on shift within the community. They will provide residents with services in accordance with health care provider’s orders regarding administration or assistance with medications and treatments, as per state regulations. The Lead CMA will also assist in providing direct care to residents following their individualized care plans.
Responsibilities of the Lead Medication Aide:
- The Lead CMA will be the first point of contact for anything clinical related while on shift. •
- Will oversee any other CMA while working on shift in addition to overseeing all Resident Assistants while on shift.
- Administer and assist with resident medications in accordance with Galerie Management policies and Georgia Assisted Living Community Rules and Regulations.
- Ensure that all medication documentation is current and correct, including medication administration forms, physician orders, change of dosages, written orders, etc.
- Maintain resident charts and keep documentation current.
- Ensure the medication carts and medication rooms are completely stocked with all required continuous, PRN, Over the Counter (OTC), and other medications as ordered by the physician.
- Control medication carts, medication room access, and key assignment.
- Communicate resident status changes to Wellness Director and families.
- Notify Wellness Director of at-risk residents in need of a higher level of care.
- Coordinate medication orders and deliveries with pharmacies.
- Assist in updating assessments and care plans as needed.
- Assist in the training of care associates and participate in orientation of new care associates.
- Read all shift change acknowledgement notes.
- Oversee care plan charting by Resident Assistants.
Position Requirements:
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Must have an acceptable criminal background record check.
- Must keep a current certification in emergency first aid and CPR.
- Must have a clear tuberculosis screening upon hire to assure that the employee is free of diseases communicable within the scope of employment.
- Must have a physical examination prior to employment and as required by the Community after an injury or illness to assure that the employee is physically qualified to work.
- Certified Medication Aides must be in good standing with the Georgia Certified Medication Aide Registry at all times. LPNs/RNs must have a current license and be in good standing.
- Certified Medication Aides that are terminated by the company for cause relating to the performance of medication aide tasks will receive a separation notice. Please note that the community is required to submit a copy of the separation notice to the Georgia Certified Medication Aide Registry.
- Must be able to bend/stoop, climb, reach above shoulder level, kneel, balance, push, pull, squat, crouch, lift, carry and move up to one hundred (100) pounds.
- Must have training in emergency evacuation procedures, medical and social needs of the residents, resident’s rights, abuse and neglect reporting, infection control, medication assistance, dementia, and courses relevant to the job duties.
- Must obtain at least twenty-four (24) hours of continuing education the first year and sixteen (16) hours of continuing education courses each year thereafter.
- Must attend mandatory staff meetings.
- Employee must not be under the influence of alcohol or other substances while engaged in any work-related activity on behalf of the Community.
- Employee must wear a name tag at all times while on the property or engaged in any work- related activity on behalf of the Community.
- Able to work various schedules and shifts as needed.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: From $17.00 per hour
Benefits:
Schedule:
- Evening shift
- Holidays
- Night shift
- Weekends as needed
License/Certification:
- Certified Medication Aide (Required)
Work Location: In person