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Certified Medication Aide

2 months ago


Las Cruces, New Mexico, United States Good Samaritan Society Full time
Job Overview

Purpose Driven Careers

Become a part of a not-for-profit organization dedicated to providing exceptional housing and services to seniors, upholding a commitment to quality care in a compassionate environment.

Facility: GSS NM Las Cruces Vlg

Location: Las Cruces, NM

Shift: 12-Hour Day Shifts

Job Schedule: Full-time

Weekly Hours: 40.00

Compensation: $28.00 per hour

Department Highlights

  • Competitive Pay Structure
  • Access to Daily Earnings
  • Flexible Scheduling Options
  • Supportive, Family-Oriented Work Environment
  • Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision Coverage
  • Generous Shift Differentials
  • Health Savings Account
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
  • Opportunities for Salary Increases
  • Referral Bonuses
  • Career Advancement Opportunities
  • Paid Time Off
  • Compassionate Leave
  • Educational Assistance
  • Scholarships and Sponsorships
  • Continuing Education Programs
  • Recognition for Years of Service
  • Discounts with Verizon and AT&T
  • Hotel Discounts

Position Summary

The Medication Assistant (MA) acts as a caregiver, delivering resident-centered nursing care and daily living support to assigned residents under the guidance of a licensed nurse. The MA is knowledgeable in providing age-appropriate care tailored to the physical and psychological needs of residents as outlined in their care plans. Responsibilities include assisting with essential health care tasks such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and recording vital signs, while also offering psycho-social support and personal care.

The MA may assist residents with mobility, utilizing proper transfer techniques and equipment, and providing range of motion exercises. Responsibilities also encompass food preparation and ensuring a positive dining experience for residents, including assistance with meals and hydration.

Medications are administered as directed by a licensed nurse, in compliance with state regulations. The MA documents care outcomes, medication administration, and any changes in resident conditions, communicating effectively with the charge nurse regarding care-related concerns. Additional duties include collecting non-invasive specimens, taking vital signs, and maintaining cleanliness in living areas.

Qualifications

A high school diploma or GED is preferred, but not mandatory. Candidates should be at least 18 years old, with prior experience in clinical or nursing assistant roles in long-term care being advantageous. Annual competency testing and continuing education credits are required, with a minimum of 12 hours of education annually based on state regulations. Certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) is necessary in some states, along with successful completion of a state-approved Certified Medication Aide/Assistant course.

Benefits

The Good Samaritan Society offers a comprehensive benefits package for eligible full-time and part-time employees, which may include health, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time-off policy to support a healthy work-life balance.

The Good Samaritan Society is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. The organization maintains a Drug-Free Workplace Policy, and an accepted offer will require a drug screening and background check as a condition of employment.

Job Function: Nursing