Certified Medication Aide

Description

A Certified Medication Aide (CMA), also called the Kentucky Medication Aide (KMA), fulfills a vital role in the healthcare system. Their main duty is helping patients by administering medications that do not require an injection.

CMAs are SRNA’s (State Registered Nurse Aides) or a direct care staff member of a long-term care facility that is not certified, who have completed extra training and passed the MACE exam.

They are approved to give various medication to patients under the supervision of a licensed nurse. CMA’s work in a variety of settings, such as hospitals, clinics, outpatient care centers, retirement centers and nursing homes.

Typical Duties of a CMA:

• Prepare, dispense, and monitor the effects of medications under the supervision of a licensed nurse.
• Confirm the identity of the patient receiving the medication.
• Verify the medication is the correct drug and dose, and that it is given at the correct time.
• Maintain Patient records related to medication administration.

In addition to clinical training, CMAs must develop many skills to be successful, such as:

• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Critical thinking.
• Problem-solving.
• The ability to multitask.
• The ability to follow biohazard and other safety guidelines.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  

If you are interested in the CMA 1 class, we need you to fill out an enrollment form. Once you have submitted the form, we will send an email with the next steps.

Class will meet for 14 days, once your structured program is complete, you will have to complete 60 scheduled clinical hours to be considered complete and be eligible to sit tor your state exam.