RMA (Registered Medication Aide) - RMA POSITIONS: Full-Time for those Already Licensed, Willing To T

Description

VMRC strives to live and work as a community. Our mission is to create a welcoming and inclusive environment that reflects the diversity of Harrisonburg/Rockingham County in race, ethnicity, and cultural demographics.

We are committed to maintaining a culture that embraces and values the views and opinions of all people, regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, or gender. Our commitment to achieving this goal will help to bring our mission and values to life.

What is your favorite part about building relationships with residents as a Registered Medication Aide (RMA)? Team members working in Crestwood, VMRC’s Assisted Living neighborhoods, agree! As an RMA, you will encourage residents to maintain their independence and use freedom of choice while assisting them with activities of daily living that they may not be able to perform independently. You will also help residents with self-administration or staff administration of medication. Be a part of a team that works together to bring joy and fun to their neighborhoods in big and small ways that engage residents and staff alike.

Work Schedule:

• Schedule will vary depending on you
• 80 hours per pay period (every 2 weeks) for those with a license 

Based upon work experiences/qualifications, the starting rate of pay is $16.15 - $21.21 plus $2.00 shift premium per hour.

Requirements

• High school graduate or GED equivalent preferred.
• Must have one of the following: Certified Nursing Assistant License in the Commonwealth of Virginia, Direct Care Staff Certificate, or have completed an approved Geriatric Nursing Assistant Training program.
• Current Medication Administration License in the Commonwealth of Virginia (or ability to obtain within 90 days from course completion).
• CPR and First-Aid certified or obtain certifications at VMRC within 60 days of employment.
• Ability to work some flexible hours, and participate in holiday activities.
• Ability to speak, understand, and carry out oral and written assignments in the English language.
• Self-motivated with ability to perform duties listed in the job description independently with limited supervision.
• Willing to be flexible and accommodate changing priorities.
• Ability to work closely with staff, residents, and families in a calm, pleasant, respectful, and professional manner; be diplomatic in resident and co-worker relations.
• Act and intervene independently in routine and emergency situations.