Per Diem CNA-M (Certified Nursing Assistant – Medication Aide)

Maine Veterans' Homes; Saco (ME); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible per diem scheduling

Supportive team environment

Serve Maine's veterans

Job summary

Maine Veterans’ Homes in Maine is seeking compassionate Per Diem CNA-Ms to provide high-quality care for our veteran residents. This role offers flexible per diem shifts and the opportunity to work closely with a supportive care team to deliver outstanding long-term care.

Responsibilities include medication administration, accurate documentation, monitoring residents for changes, and collaborating with nurses to ensure safety, dignity, and independence for residents.

Qualifications

• Active CNA certification on the Maine Registry is required.
• Approved Medication Technician (CNA-M) on the Maine Registry is required.
• Strong communication skills in English (reading, writing, speaking).
• Basic computer skills for documentation and data entry.

Responsibilities

• Safely administer medications and prescribed treatments according to physician orders and facility policies.
• Accurately document medication administration and maintain medication control records.
• Observe residents for side effects or changes, report concerns to the Charge Nurse.
• Provide high-quality resident care while promoting safety, dignity, and independence.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of care activities.
• Participate in medication audits and quality improvement activities.
• Collaborate with nurses and the care team to deliver exceptional resident care.

Skills

Strong communication

English proficiency

Basic computer skills

Education

Active CNA certification (State of Maine)

Approved Medication Technician (CNA-M)

Tools

State Registry of CNAs

Job description

Description

Maine Veterans' Homes

Looking for a flexible schedule while making a meaningful difference? Join the team at Maine Veterans' Homes, where our mission is Caring for Those Who Served.

We are currently seeking compassionate, dependable Per Diem CNA-Ms to provide exceptional care to our veteran residents. This position offers the flexibility to pick up shifts while working alongside a supportive team dedicated to providing outstanding long-term care.

What You'll Do

• Safely administer medications and prescribed treatments according to physician orders and facility policies.
• Accurately document medication administration and maintain medication control records.
• Observe residents for side effects, changes in condition, or medication refusals, and promptly report concerns to the Charge Nurse.
• Provide high-quality resident care while promoting safety, dignity, and independence.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation.
• Participate in medication audits and quality improvement activities.
• Work collaboratively with nurses and other care team members to provide exceptional resident care.

Qualifications

• Active Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification on the State of Maine Registry.
• Approved Medication Technician (CNA-M) on the State of Maine Registry of Certified Nursing Assistants.
• Strong communication skills, including the ability to speak, read, write, and understand English.
• Basic computer skills.

Why Join Maine Veterans' Homes?

• Flexible per diem scheduling.
• Supportive, team-oriented work environment.
• Opportunity to serve Maine's veterans and their families.
• Meaningful work where you can make a difference every day.

Maine Veterans’ Homes provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.