Part-Time (CMA) Certified Medication Aide (10P-6A Shift)

Wesleyan Homes•Georgetown, TX

11d•$15 - $19

About The Position

The Wesleyan is hiring a part-time Certified Medication Aide (CMA) for its Assisted Living and Memory Care community. The role directly administers prescribed oral medications to residents who require routine oral medication and may also include Certified Nurse Aide duties when needed. The position involves providing direct and rehabilitative care according to residents’ Nursing Care Plans, monitoring residents and reporting concerns, assisting with meals, and supporting residents, families, and the nursing team. The schedule is 10:00 PM–6:00 AM.

Requirements

Complete a Medication Aide Training Program and pass the examination to obtain a current Texas CMA permit.
Possess and maintain a current Nurse Aide Certificate from the Texas Department of Health.
Have experience as a CNA or caregiver in an assisted living or memory care community.
Have patience, tact, a cheerful disposition, and enthusiasm, and be able to support residents at their current maturity and cognitive levels.
Be able to work despite frequent interruptions.
Read and write English clearly enough to communicate with residents and teammates, follow instructions, identify materials from labels, and understand directions for use.
Be able to take and follow directions and supervision, and work as part of a team providing care and general nursing-unit functions.
Have a service-minded approach to all aspects of the job.
Have a passion for working in a senior living community and a skilled nursing and rehabilitation program.
Align with and show enthusiasm for The Wesleyan’s culture and core values.

Responsibilities

Adhere to allowable and prohibited practices for a permit holder under the health and safety code.
Pass medications according to physician orders.
Notify the charge nurse when medications need refilling.
Maintain a clean and organized medication cart and medication room.
Work as a Certified Nurse Aide when needed.
Conduct resident rounds as assigned with the oncoming or outgoing shift.
Ensure residents have their call lights within reach and answer call lights promptly.
Supervise residents, identify resident problems, and report them immediately to a licensed nurse.
Report changes in resident condition during the shift to the charge nurse or nurse supervisor, including unusual symptoms and accidents or incidents.
Deliver direct care and provide rehabilitative care when directed and necessary, in accordance with the Nursing Care Plan.
Supervise and assist residents with prescribed meals as needed, and feed residents who cannot feed themselves.
Respond appropriately to potentially agitated, confused, or physically aggressive residents.
Listen to resident and family complaints and report them to the charge nurse.
Identify safety hazards and emergency situations and initiate corrective action.
Work cooperatively with residents, nurses, other nursing assistants, physicians, nurse practitioners, families, administration, consultants, and ancillary service providers.
Complete other tasks and duties as directed by the Wellness Director and/or building Administrator.