Certified Medication Aide CMA Newport OR – CERTI026571 Position Available In Newport, Rhode Island

Job Listing ID:

4297207

Job Title:

Certified Medication Aide CMA Newport

OR – CERTI026571

Application Deadline:

07/22/2025

Job Location:

Newport

Date Posted:

06/23/2025

Hours Worked Per Week:

40

Shift:

Day Shift, Swing Shift Duration of Job:

Full Time, more than 6 months You may contact this employer directly.
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Job Summary:

Required:

Certification as a Medication Aide (First working as a Certified Nursing Assistant before becoming a CMA) At Avamere, we believe in taking care of our employees. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

Health Insurance:

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans. Low individual and family deductible.
401 (k)

Plan:

After 90 days of employment, with matching program.
Paid Time Off (PTO): Accrue up to 4 weeks PTO per year, 6 holidays and accrued sick leave.
EAP Canopy with unlimited telehealth mental health visits.
Continuing Education and Higher Education Reimbursement.
Generous employee referral bonus program.

Flexible Spending Accounts & CERA:

Medical FSA, Dependent Care FSA and CERA (Commuter Expense Reimbursement Account).

Professional Development:

Opportunities for growth and development within the company.

Voluntary Benefits:

Life insurance, disability coverage, supplemental hospital, accident and critical illness coverage, Legal Services, Pet Insurance, discount programs and more.
Responsibilities Administer medications to residents as ordered and under the direction of the attending physician
Administer medications in accordance with established nursing standards, policies, local procedures and practices, and requirements of the state
Accurately and safely prepare, administer, and document the oral and/or topical medications ordered for a resident
Complete necessary forms, charts, and reports in a timely matter
Ensure all medications administered are properly labeled, returned, and reordered
Create and uphold an atmosphere of warmth, patience, enthusiasm, and foster a calm and cheerful environment
Participate in facility surveys by authorized government agencies
Maintain confidentiality of all resident care information in accordance with HIPAA guidelines
Effectively communicate necessary resident information to charge nurses, director of nursing and/or administrator
Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent
Must be a licensed certified medication aide in this state
Knowledge of the meaning and usage of common medical abbreviations, symbols, and terms for medication administration
Ability to accurately measure, record, and report vital signs
Must speak, read, and write English fluently.
Must have an active CPR/BLS Certification.
Avamere is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify This position is subject to a collective bargaining agreement with the

SEIU 503

Qualifications
Licenses & Certifications
Required
Certified Medication Aide
Equal Opportunity Employer
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Job Classification:

Nursing Assistants Access our statewide or regional occupation report for more information about wages,
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Salary:

Depending on Experience Job Requirements

Experience Required:

 At least 1 month

Education Required:

High School Diploma/GED

Minimum Age:

N/A Gender:

N/A