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Registered Medication Aide

Chesapeake, VirginiaPart-time
About the Job
We are seeking an experienced and energetic RMA to come and join our assisted living facility!

Duties include but are not limited to:  
  • Dispense oral, inhalation, and topical medications to patients under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse unless otherwise allowed by state law.
  • Observe patients for drug reactions and report any problems to the nurses. 
  • Performing tasks associated with medication administration, including patient vital signs, calculating medication dosages, and stocking the medication cart. 
  • Recording medication administration according to agency procedure. 
  •  Assists the nurse in providing care to clients, which includes observation and reporting of client needs. 
  •  Recognizes and performs tasks according to level of education and training. 
  •  Accepts responsibility and accountability for own performance according to state laws and regulations. 
  • Performs tasks in an ethical, legal, and caring manner. 
  • Performs tasks safely and effectively to assure client comfort and welfare. 
  • Respect client rights.
  • Protects confidential client information unless otherwise required to promote client safety and welfare. 
  • Follows federal, state, and agency regulations to protect own health and that of others. 
  • Seeks guidance from the nurse as needed to perform tasks safely and efficiently. 
  • Have experience working with MAR and laptops. 

Qualifications:
  • Must be registered with the state as a Registered Medication Aide.
  • Must pass state background check and drug screening.
  • CPR/BLS, First Aid, TB, RMA certification.
  • Must have experience.

Pay is negotiable (depending on experience).
Looking for 2 Overnight RMA's 7pm-7am willing to wok an alternating schedule.
Every other weekend is REQUIRED!