Registered Medication Aide / RMA - Assisted Living

Founded in 1966, Friendship offers diverse senior living accommodations, award-winning care, new and innovative services, as well as specialized rehab and therapy, to over 1,500 residents and patients each day. With four campuses, the earliest dating back to 1919, Friendship has grown to offer the full continuum of care, including independent living, assisted living, home care, outpatient therapy, inpatient rehab, long-term care and Alzheimer’s and memory care. As a non-profit, Friendship provides a caring community to serve a wide-range of residents including those with limited financial means. Visit friendship.us for more information.

Friendship is searching for a qualified and self-motivated Registered Medication Aides (RMA) to join our organization. The ideal Medication Aide will be extremely detail-oriented and possess in-depth knowledge of patient procedures. Providing patient care is a vital part of this job which is why excellent communication and interpersonal skills are needed. 

Full-Time RMA Sign On Bonus - Upon hire you are eligible for $1,000 paid out in equal installments beginning our your first paycheck continuing every paycheck until you have reached 6 months of employment.   

Shifts available:

• Full Time 3rd shift - 10:45 p.m. to 7:15 a.m. including every other weekend

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Dispense resident medications as indicated by individual care plan schedules; document medications on the MAR including PRN’s and their effectiveness

• Record all medications dispensed on flow sheets, notes, and charts in an informative and descriptive manner

• Assist resident daily with getting in/out of bed, grooming, meals, dressing, and other assigned ADL’s

• Complete monthly resident summaries; notes changes in development or care needs

• Evaluate and record vital signs, BP, TPR’s and WT’s

• Submit medications for reorder each shift, as needed

• Follow all infection control policies, procedures and processes before, during and after performing any service for a resident

• Ensure changes in resident condition, including injuries of an unknown source and skin tears are reported to the DON as a mandated reporter

• Assist with basic clean-up of resident room; empty trash, gather soiled linens and clothing for laundry

• Encourage resident to participate in activities and assist with activities as needed

• Participate in fire drills and emergency preparedness activities per facility policy
  

• Adhere to HIPAA regulations to maintain resident confidentiality
  

Essential Functions

• Ability to relate to and work with varying age groups and health conditions within the nursing facility
• Comply with all local, state, federal, and facility policies and procedures
• Record and report any changes to resident behavior, health or attitude as well as any complaints or grievances made by the resident

Qualifications:

• This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, and crouching all day. The employee must frequently lift or move objects and patients weighing over 50 pounds

• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language 

• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public
  

• Must have knowledge of and an interest in geriatrics; and must have a good understanding of medical terminology

• Be able to follow written and oral instructions

Education & Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED required 

• Adult First Aid/CPR and AED 

• Registered Medication Aide, in accordance with the laws of the state

• Certified Nurse Aide in state of Virginia  or NA Certificate 
• Experience in a long-term care/nursing facility preferred

Benefits for full time positions include:

• 401(k) retirement plan along with employer match
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Paid Time Off
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Education Assistance
• Voluntary insurance (additional life insurance, accident insurance, critical illness, short term disability)
• Employee Assistance Program

Friendship values diversity. We are committed to equal opportunities and creating an inclusive environment for all our employees. We welcome applicants regardless of race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, results of genetic testing, or service in the military.