Certified Medication Aide (CMA)

Claiborne Senior Living; Newnan (GA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Claiborne Senior Living in Newnan seeks part-time Certified Medication Aides for 1st and 2nd shifts. The role involves administering medications, ensuring resident care, and maintaining documentation. Candidates must hold CMA certification in Georgia and have prior experience in healthcare settings. Benefits include employee meals and referral bonuses.

Benefits

Double time on major holidays

Free employee meals

Up to 1000K employee referral bonus

Instant access to your pay

Qualifications

• Certified Medication Aide (CMA) in Georgia required.
• Minimum 1 year experience in healthcare.
• CPR/First Aid certification required or willing to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications to residents according to prescribed orders.
• Maintain accurate documentation and records.
• Assist residents with activities of daily living.

Skills

Communication

Compassion

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Claiborne at Newnan Lakes is seeking part-time Certified Medication Aides (CMA's) for 1st shift (7a to 3p) and 2nd shift (3p to 11a). The CMA is responsible for ensuring the safe and accurate administration of medication to our senior residents. This is an hourly healthcare/medical job and the CMA will be an individual contributor. The CMA will be responsible for providing compassionate care and assistance to our residents, while also maintaining accurate documentation and records. This position reports to the Director of Nursing and offers a competitive hourly wage of $17 to $19 per hour, paid biweekly.

Benefits for all employees include:

Double time on major holidays

free employee meals

up to 1000K employee referral bonus with no limit on how many you can refer

instant access to your pay in between paychecks

Responsibilities:
- Administer medications to residents according to prescribed orders and in compliance with state regulations and facility policies
- Maintain accurate documentation and records of medications administered
- Monitor residents for any adverse reactions or side effects from medications and report any changes or concerns to the Director of Nursing
- Assist residents with activities of daily living, including dressing, grooming, and bathing
- Maintain a clean and safe medication cart and storage area
- Communicate effectively with residents, families, and interdisciplinary team members
- Adhere to all facility policies and procedures, as well as state and federal regulations

Requirements:
- Must be a Certified Medication Aide (CMA) in the state of Georgia
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Minimum of 1 year of experience in a healthcare setting, preferably working with senior residents
- Knowledge of medication administration and ability to accurately document
- Excellent communication skills and a compassionate and caring attitude
- Ability to work well in a team and follow instructions from physicians and nurses
- Must pass a background check and drug screening
- CPR/First Aid certification required or willing to obtain within a specified time frame

EEOC statement:
Claiborne Senior Living, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and exclusivity and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage all interested applicants to apply.