Certified Residential Medication Aide - Assisted Living

Description

Senior Health Center

Nursing/Clinical Support

Req #: 68409

For a limitedtimeMaineHealth is offering a $4,000 sign on bonusfor Certified Residential MedicationAides

Eligible candidates are hired (offer accepted) into a Full orPart timeCRMAposition,per diem hires are ineligible.

CurrentMaineHealthmember employees are ineligible; former MaineHealthMembersare ineligible until greater than 6 months separation from employment.

By offering multiple levels of care in one location, Mid Coast Senior HealthCenter enables individuals to live at the highest levels of independence possible, receiving the right level of care in the most supportive setting. Our care is delivered in a holistic and personalized manner that promotes independence, designed to enhance the quality of life for each resident.

The Assisted Living Unit is seeking a CRMA to join the team!

Summary: This position consists of 32 hours per week, day shifts.

The Certified Residential Medication Aide role is responsible for administering medications accurately and in a timely manner to residents in accordance with state and federal regulations and standards of nursing practice under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse. Provides personal care services to residents in the role of PSS.

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities (KSAs)

Education: High school diploma or GED preferred.
License/Certifications: Completion of a forty (40) hour CRMA certification required. Current of a PSS course within 90 days of start date required. Current BLS certification required or must obtain within 30 days of start date.
Experience: Prior long term care experience preferred.
Additional Skills/Requirements Required: N/A
Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred: N/A

Hiring Scam Alert

MaineHealth will never request financial information during the interview or pre-hiring process. All legitimate communications will come from an email address ending in @mainehealth.org. If you suspect fraudulent activity, please report it immediately to mhcareers@mainehealth.org.

Additional Information

With a career at any of the MaineHealth locations across Maine and New Hampshire, you’ll be working with health care professionals that truly value the people around them – both within the walls of the organization and the communities that surround it.

We offer benefits that support an individual's needs for today and flexibility to plan for tomorrow – programs such as paid parental leave, a flexible work policy, student loan assistance, training and education, along with well-being resources for you and your family.

MaineHealth remains focused on investing in our care team and developing an inclusive environment where you can thrive and feel supported to realize your full potential. If you’re looking to build a career in a place where people help one another deliver best-in-class care, apply today.

If you have questions about this role, please contact jeremy.dube@mainehealth.org

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