CMA Certified Medication Aide / GNA Nursing Aide, Part Time

CommuniCare Health Services; Westminster (MD); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a compassionate team at a family-owned company dedicated to providing post-acute care services. This part-time role as a Certified Medication Aide / GNA offers a chance to make a difference in residents' lives while ensuring their comfort and safety. You'll administer medications, monitor patient conditions, and maintain accurate records, all while working in a supportive environment that values your contributions. With competitive starting wages and opportunities for growth, this position is perfect for those looking to start or advance their career in healthcare.

Benefits

Daily Pay

Tuition reimbursement

Health plans

Company-paid life insurance

Uniforms

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved Nurse Aide Training Program or eligible to enter.
• Understanding of medication administration procedures.

Responsibilities

• Administer medication according to physician’s orders.
• Monitor for side effects and interactions.
• Chart medication administration and observations.

Skills

Medication administration

Basic math functions

Resident care procedures

Effective communication

Independent decision making

Education

High school diploma or G.E.D.

Graduate of an approved Nurse Aide Training Program

Job description

CMA Certified Medication Aide / GNA Nursing Aide, Part Time

Join to apply for the CMA Certified Medication Aide / GNA Nursing Aide, Part Time role at CommuniCare Health Services

Westminster Healthcare Center, a member of the CommuniCare Family of Companies, is recruiting for Part Time Certified Medication Assistants (CMA) and Geriatric Nursing Assistants (GNA). This position combines responsibilities of both CMA and GNA roles.

We offer:

• Starting wages at $20/hour, with increases based on experience
• Full-time and part-time shifts available
• Daily Pay: Work today, get paid tomorrow
• Comprehensive benefits for full-time staff
• Tuition reimbursement, health plans, uniforms, company-paid life insurance, and more

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or G.E.D.
• Graduate of an approved Nurse Aide Training Program or eligible to enter, graduate, and pass a state test within 120 days of employment
• Understanding of medication administration procedures and successful completion of a state-approved training course
• Ability to perform basic math functions
• Understanding of resident care procedures and standards
• Ability to make independent decisions when necessary
• Prior healthcare experience is desirable
• Ability to interact tactfully with staff, residents, families, and others
• Patience, tact, enthusiasm, and willingness to handle difficult residents
• Willingness to learn and incorporate new methods into practice
• Ability to communicate resident conditions effectively

Job duties include:

• Administering medication according to physician’s orders and regulations
• Monitoring for side effects and interactions
• Accounting for controlled drugs and reporting discrepancies
• Charting medication administration and observations
• Maintaining medication inventory
• Assisting with rounds, preparing medication records, providing personal care, and performing basic nursing functions
• Creating a safe, comfortable environment and maintaining documentation
• Participating in training and educational programs
• Performing other duties as assigned in accordance with policies and standards

About Us: We are a family-owned company providing post-acute care services nationwide since 1984, committed to creating caring communities.

Additional details:

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Part-time
• Job function: Healthcare Provider
• Industries: Hospitals and Healthcare