PRN Certified Medication Aide (CMA)

Wesleyan Homes•Georgetown, TX

1d•$15 - $19

About The Position

The Wesleyan is seeking a Certified Medication Aide (CMA) to work PRN, or as needed, in its Assisted Living and Memory Care community. The role directly administers prescribed oral medications to residents who require regular routine medications and also provides direct resident care in accordance with care plans. The CMA must hold active Texas CMA and CNA certifications and have experience as a CNA or caregiver in assisted living or memory care. Flexible availability is required to fill open shifts: 10 PM–6 AM, 6 AM–2 PM, and 2 PM–10 PM. The Wesleyan has provided personalized healthcare and services to seniors in the Georgetown community for over 60 years. The organization emphasizes mission- and values-based care, service, and making a difference in residents’ lives.

Requirements

Complete a Medication Aide Training Program and pass the examination to obtain a Texas CMA permit.
Hold a current Nurse Aide Certificate from the Texas Department of Health and keep it current.
Have experience as a CNA or caregiver in an assisted living or memory care community.
Have an active CMA certification and an active CNA certification in Texas.
Demonstrate 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 and passion for working in a senior living community and skilled nursing and rehabilitation program.
Align with and show enthusiasm for The Wesleyan’s culture and core values.

Responsibilities

Follow the allowable and prohibited practices for a permit holder under the health and safety code.
Administer medications according to physician orders.
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 assigned resident rounds with the oncoming or outgoing shift.
Ensure residents can reach their call lights and respond promptly to call lights.
Monitor residents under supervision, 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 and accidents or incidents.
Provide direct and rehabilitative care as directed and in accordance with the Nursing Care Plan.
Supervise and assist residents with prescribed meals as needed, and feed residents who cannot feed themselves.
Handle situations involving residents who may be agitated, confused, or physically aggressive.
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, 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.