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513-771-STNA

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Train the Trainer ODH

Train The Trainer DODD

RN and Associates Medication Administration-DODD

245 Northland Boulevard Cinti., Ohio 45246 513-771-7862

MEDICATION ADMINISTRATION CLASSES I, II, AND III

This series of courses are taught by trained Nurses who teach direct support professionals how to administer oral, eye, ear, topical, and nasal medications.

Medication Administration I demonstrates performance of health-related activities and mediation preparation, administration, and documentation for each route of medication administration presented in the 14 hour course. A 2 hour renewal courses is also offered for Medication I.

Medication Administration II provides training on how to administer and document administering, feedings, cleaning, and medication through G/J tubes. A 4 hour G/J tube and 1 hour renewal courses are available.

Medication Administration III teaches the signs, symptoms, and management of diabetes, and administering, and documentation of subcutaneous insulin injections.A 4 hour class.

PREREQUISITES:

18 years of age

Valid Government Issued ID

Working for DODD company or Independent Provider

Medication Administration Testing (OBN)

Ohio Board of Nursing Approved

Medication Administration Certified (Ma-C Program)

COURSE DESCRIPTION

A Certified Medication Aide (CMA) is a trained and certified healthcare worker responsible for assisting in the administration of medications to patients or residents in nursing homes and assisted living facilities. Licensed nurses (Registered Nurses or Licensed Practical Nurses) directly supervise CMAs to ensure safe, accurate medication administration that follows established plans of care.

While CMAs cannot make independent medical decisions, they critically support the healthcare team by assisting nursing staff, improving workflow and enhancing resident care.

In Ohio, the Board-approved Certified Medication Aide Training Program consists of 30 clock hours of instruction, which includes 14 clock hours of classroom instruction and 16 clock hours of supervised clinical practice. The training covers essential topics that emphasizes the standards of safe medication administration, including medication administration routes and techniques.

PREREQUISITES:

Must be employed at time of admission in a Long Term Care or Residential Care Facility

Current STNA in Ohio.