Find & Apply For Medication Aide / Technician Jobs in Van Wert, Ohio

Homestead at Towne Center is now hiring a part-time Certified Medication Aide (CMA) , who is committed to providing the best life and care for our residents. We off a unique staffing structure with incentives. If you are looking forward to being a part of our dynamic team, we would love to meet you! We are located at 240 Towne Center Blvd., Van Wert, OH 45891 Position Overview The purpose of this position is to provide direct care to residents, under the supervision of a licensed nurse, in accordance with facility policies and procedures and report resident needs and concerns to a licensed nurse. Essential Job Functions -

Principal Accountabilities:

Provides for resident's personal hygiene and daily living. This may include providing and clearing bedpans and urinals, providing baths, backrubs, shampoos, and shaves, and assisting residents with showers. Assists with meals and feeds residents. Ambulates, turns, and positions residents. Provides hydration and nourishment between meals. Provides medication assistance to residents as prescribed or directed by a nurse. Checks vital signs and weight; specimen collection, and post-mortem care. Works effectively as a team member in the delivery of care and assists in the orientation of new employees. Maintains good working relations with nursing unit staff and other facility employees through appropriate communication. Instills confidence in residents by maintaining a neat appearance and performing duties in a competent and caring manner. Reports observations of residents to the nurse caring for the resident to ensure professional evaluation. Maintains resident records daily in a timely manner and in accordance with company policies and procedures. Maintains a clean, safe, and orderly environment for the residents.

Minimum Requirements Education:

High school diploma or GED, or equivalent is required.

Experience:

Experience performing the essential functions of the position is desirable. Certification /

License:

Ohio STNA license in good standing is required. State Medication Technician certification is required. Candidates are required to attain and maintain CPR certification within 90 days after hire. State background check standards must be maintained as a condition of continued employment. Must complete first aid training required by rule 3701-16-06 of the Ohio Administrative Code, within 60 days of hire.

Employment Status:

Part-time Reports to: Resident Services Director /

Executive Director Pay:

$20.00 - $23.00 per hour

Work Location:

In person