Trained Medication Assistant TMA
📋 Role Overview & Responsibilities
The Trained Medication Assistant (TMA) is responsible for providing direct care and medication administration to residents consistent with the individual plan of care and under the direction of licensed staff. The TMA is a Certified Nursing Assistant with additional training in the area of medication administration.
About Us
St. Mark's Living consists of 73 independent living and assisted living rental apartment homes, 57 nursing home beds, 26 additional residences for seniors requiring memory care services as well as transitional care services. St. Mark’s Living is in Austin, Minnesota and is an Ecumen managed community.
Ecumen, a Minnesota based non-profit, is an industry leader dedicated to advocating for older adults by providing housing choices, compassionate healthcare, and innovative services. For 160 years Ecumen has cared for those in need. Now, as Minnesota’s 8th largest senior living provider, we continue to advocate for those we serve. Join a team where you can make a difference in advancing our mission to serve our older adults, while we commit to creating a place where everyone belongs.
Opportunity Details
Part-Time -
Shift: 6:00am-2:00pm or 2:00pm-10:00pmPosition works various weekdays, every other weekend & rotating holidays.Pay Range - $20.02/hour - $20.78/hour depending on experience.
Essential Job Responsibilities
Administers medications to patients/residents under the direction of a licensed nurse.Documents all medications provided, including correct medication, correct dosage and correct time given to correct residents.Immediately notifies nurse of any medication errors or refusals by resident to take medication.Maintains and controls all medications, keeping medications secure and safe at all times. Follows all state and federal guidelines as it relates to administering, dispensing, storage and disposal of all medications Responds to resident call lights and requests, and notifies nurse of any resident care needs or changes in condition.Observes and reports any unsafe conditions and/or equipment malfunction to management. Performs all Certified Nursing Assistant functions as required (i.e. feeding, lift and transfer, ADL's, etc.).
Trained Medication Assistant Minimum Required Qualifications
Must be 18 years old or older.Certified Nursing Assistant (currently on NAR Registry in good standing) and successful completion of Trained Medication Assistant course.Ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal formats.Ability to follow all safety rules, regulations, policies and procedures of the facility including but not limited to: Vulnerable Adult and Abuse Policy, HIPAA, Resident's Bill of Rights, Universal Precaution, AWAIR, OSHA, Right to know, SDS, ADA, HUD Policy and Procedures, Fair Housing laws and regulations.Basic mathematical skills for counting, distributing, and documenting medications provided.
Preferred Qualifications
Demonstrated customer service and leadership skills while working in a Skilled Nursing Facility (Care Center)Previous experience working with seniors.
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