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

Wesleyan Homes•Georgetown, TX

About The Position

The Wesleyan is hiring a part-time Certified Medication Aide (CMA) to serve residents in its Assisted Living and Memory Care community. CMAs directly administer prescribed oral medications to residents who require routine medication. The role also includes providing direct resident care, monitoring residents’ wellbeing, and working cooperatively with residents, families, nurses, and other care-team members. The shift is 10:00 PM–6:00 AM.

Requirements

Completed a Medication Aide Training Program and passed the examination to obtain a current Texas CMA permit.
Possess and maintain a current Nurse Aide Certificate from the Texas Department of Health.
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.
Ability to work despite frequent interruptions.
Ability to read and write English clearly enough to communicate with residents and teammates, follow instructions, identify materials by their labels, and understand directions for use.
Ability to take and follow directions and supervision and work as part of a team providing care and general nursing-unit functions.
Service-minded approach to all aspects of the job.
Passion for working in a senior living community and a skilled nursing and rehabilitation program.
Alignment with and enthusiasm for The Wesleyan’s culture and core values.
Ability to handle residents who may be agitated or confused and may become physically aggressive.

Responsibilities

Follow allowable and prohibited practices for a permit holder under the health and safety code.
Administer medications according to physician orders and notify the charge nurse when medications need refilling.
Keep the medication cart and medication room clean and organized.
Work as a Certified Nurse Aide when needed.
Conduct resident rounds as assigned with the oncoming or outgoing shift.
Keep residents’ call lights within reach and respond to call lights promptly.
Supervise residents, identify 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, accidents, and incidents.
Provide direct and rehabilitative care as directed and in accordance with the Nursing Care Plan.
Supervise and assist residents with prescribed meals and feed residents who cannot feed themselves.
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.