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Description A Certified Medication Aide is responsible for administering routine medications to residents/patients Note: All employees of Cascadia Healthcare are required to submit and be cleared to work in the facility per each state’s specific background check requirements prior to contact with patients/residents. Essential Functions • Dispenses and prepares oral medications as per physician orders. • Provides routine daily medications, either prescription or non-prescription, to patients whose condition and drug regimen are stable. • Administers and documents medications in the indicated dosage at the correct time, via the desired route • Performs capillary blood glucose checks. • Takes resident’s vital signs, keeps records and monitors for side effects. • Turns oxygen on an off at pre-determined, established flow rate. • Reports any changes in a resident’s vital signs or behavior or any other indication of adverse effects from a medication to the Charge Nurse. • Counts controlled substances. • Cleans & restocks medication cart. • Ensures punctuality and regular attendance for assigned shifts. Other Functions • Perform other duties as assigned. • Maintains resident/patient confidentiality. • Conducts job responsibilities in accordance with the standards set out in the Company’s Code of Conduct, its policies and procedures, applicable federal and state laws, and applicable professional standards. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities • Strong knowledge of medical and pharmacological terminology. • Ability to manage medications for a large number of patients without making dosage or other medicationerrors. • Understanding of HIPAA. Requirements Education Graduate of a CMA program required. Licenses/Certification Valid certification as a CMA in the state of employment. Valid CPR certification Experience Six months experience in a long-term care environment preferred.