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This is a CRMA position with our Rumford Community Home Long Term Care Facility in Rumford, Maine. The overall purpose of the medication aide is to administer medications to residents in accordance with the rules and regulations governing the licensing and functioning of Level IV Residential Care Facilities, Certified Residential Medication Aides (C.R.M.A.) perform these tasks as ordered by physicians, under the supervision of a licensed nurse, in accordance with state and federal rules and regulations, and consistent with facility policies. C.R.M.A.s also perform routine daily tasks required in maintaining the health, comfort, and wellbeing of the residents. Functions within the constraints of established policy and procedure consistent with accepted/allowed standards of practice and state and federal regulations. Working contacts includes residents, residents’ families, medical professionals and other facility staff. Is assigned responsibility/authority for decisions specific to assigned functions under the direction of a licensed nurse, but may seek additional direction from the charge nurse, nurse supervisor, director of clinical services or administrator as may be appropriate. C.R.M.A.s are also assigned resident care when not being utilized as C.R.M.A.s

Duties and Responsibilities:
Demonstrates Competency in the Following Areas:
1. Administers medications as ordered by a physician under supervision of a licensed nurse, in accordance with all state and federal regulations and consistent with facility policy and standards of practice.
2. Must be able to accurately take and record vital signs of residents as assigned or as may be required by certain medications.
3. Accurately records the administration of medications and/or treatments as required by law and/or facility policy.
4. Observes residents for and reports any reactions and/or side effects of medications to a licensed nurse on the shift immediately.
5. Accurately administers PRN medications in accordance with state and federal regulations and consistent with facility policy after the nurse has assessed the need.
6. Documents reason for and purpose to PRN medications in a timely manner.
7. May dispense controlled drugs (schedule III, IV,V) and must accurately account for them under the supervision of the licensed nurse, (or charge nurse), per facility policy.
8. Properly secures medications carts and/or medications rooms per state and federal regulations and facility policy.

Regulatory Requirements:

Language Skills:

• Able to effectively communicate in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Strong written and verbal skills.
• Additional languages preferred.

Skills:

• Basic computer knowledge.

Physical Demands:

• For physical demands of position, including vision, hearing, repetitive motion and environment, see following description.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position without compromising client care.

If you are passionate about making a difference and are looking for your next great career opportunity, we look forward to reviewing your application!