CareOne Group·East Brunswick Township, New Jersey
The Certified Medication Aide is responsible for administering medications to residents under the direction of an RN and assisting with activities of daily living. They also monitor patient stability by checking vital signs and documenting all care provided in accordance with facility policies.
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Now Hiring - Certified Medication Aide (CMA) - East Brunswick, NJ
Salary Range: $21-$26 per hour
CareOne is Hiring! Full-Time, Part-Time & Per Diem Opportunities Available Across Multiple Shifts
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Provide medication administration to residents under direction of RN.
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Provide patients' personal hygiene by giving bedpans, urinals, baths, back rubs, shampoos, and shaves; assisting with travel to the bathroom; helping with showers and baths.
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Provide for activities of daily living by assisting with serving meals, feeding patients as necessary; ambulating, turning, and positioning patients; providing fresh water and nourishment between meals.
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Provide adjunct care by administering enemas, douches, non-sterile dressings, surgical preps, ice packs, heat treatments, sits and therapeutic baths; applying restraints.
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Maintain patient stability by checking vital signs and weight; testing urine; recording intake and output information.
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Provide patient comfort by utilizing resources and materials; transporting patients; answering patients' call lights and requests; reporting observations of the patient to nursing supervisor.
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Document actions by completing forms, reports, logs, and records.
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Maintain work operations by following policies and procedures.
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Serve and protects the hospital community by adhering to professional standards, hospital policies and procedures, federal, state, and local requirements, and JCHAO standards.
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Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; participating in professional organizations; maintaining licensure.
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Enhance nursing department and hospital reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.
If working with people who are dedicated, compassionate, and concerned about their patients is essential to you, then you'll appreciate being a part of our team. We've built a strong reputation on the outstanding level of care that we provide. We have a graciously appointed facility with strong belief in patient care and service; join us at our beautiful facility!
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer
Market context
Certified Medication Aide openings in New Jersey are often competitive because employers look for candidates who can combine medication administration with direct care experience and clear communication. This role typically favors applicants who already hold NJ CMA, CNA, and CHHA credentials and can work confidently with medical terminology and person-centered care. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit before applying, then confirm your certifications and recent clinical experience match the posting.