Registered Medication Aide

2 weeks ago


Salem, Virginia, United States Friendship Retirement Community Full time
Job Title: Registered Medication Aide

We are seeking a qualified and self-motivated Registered Medication Aide (RMA) to join our team at Friendship Retirement Community. As a key member of our care team, you will be responsible for providing high-quality patient care and ensuring the safe administration of medications to our residents.

Responsibilities:
  • Dispense resident medications as indicated by individual care plan schedules; document medications on the MAR including PRN's and their effectiveness
  • Record all medications dispensed on flow sheets, notes, and charts in an informative and descriptive manner
  • Assist residents daily with getting in/out of bed, grooming, meals, dressing, and other assigned ADL's
  • Complete monthly resident summaries; notes changes in development or care needs
  • Evaluate and record vital signs, BP, TPR's and WT's
  • Submit medications for reorder each shift, as needed
  • Follow all infection control policies, procedures and processes before, during and after performing any service for a resident
  • Ensure changes in resident condition, including injuries of an unknown source and skin tears are reported to the DON as a mandated reporter
  • Assist with basic clean-up of resident room; empty trash, gather soiled linens and clothing for laundry
  • Encourage resident to participate in activities and assist with activities as needed
  • Participate in fire drills and emergency preparedness activities per facility policy
  • Adhere to HIPAA regulations to maintain resident confidentiality
Qualifications:
  • This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, and crouching all day. The employee must frequently lift or move objects and patients weighing over 50 pounds
  • Must be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language
  • Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public
  • Must have knowledge of and an interest in geriatrics; and must have a good understanding of medical terminology
  • Be able to follow written and oral instructions
Education & Experience:
  • High School Diploma or GED required
  • Adult First Aid/CPR and AED
  • Registered Medication Aide, in accordance with the laws of the state
  • Certified Nurse Aide in state of Virginia or NA Certificate
  • Experience in a long-term care/nursing facility preferred
Benefits:
  • 401(k) retirement plan along with employer match
  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Paid Time Off
  • Company Paid Life Insurance
  • Education Assistance
  • Voluntary insurance (additional life insurance, accident insurance, critical illness, short term disability)
  • Employee Assistance Program


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