Certified Medication Aide (CMA)
The Certified Medication Aide (CMA) provides direct resident care and administers medications under the supervision of licensed nursing staff. The CMA assists with activities of daily living (ADLs), monitors residents for medication effectiveness and adverse reactions, and ensures compliance with Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services (KDADS) regulations and facility policies.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Administer prescribed medications in accordance with Kansas CMA regulations and facility policies.
- Accurately document medication administration, resident responses, and any adverse effects.
- Assist residents with ADLs, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility.
- Monitor residents for changes in condition and promptly report concerns to nursing staff.
- Ensure the safe storage, handling, and disposal of medications.
- Obtain and record vital signs, including temperature, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure.
- Assist with treatments, dressing changes, and other delegated nursing tasks.
- Provide compassionate, resident-centered care while promoting dignity and independence.
- Maintain a clean, organized medication cart and work area.
- Follow all infection control, safety, and confidentiality procedures.