CMA
$31,200–$39,520 year
On-siteGeorgetown, Texas, United States
Job Summary
Administer prescribed oral medications to residents in the Assisted Living and Memory Care community, maintaining a clean and organized medication cart. Conduct resident rounds, answer call lights promptly, and deliver direct care including feeding residents who cannot feed themselves. Report changes in resident condition, accidents, or unusual symptoms immediately to the charge nurse or supervisor. Identify safety hazards, manage agitated residents, and listen to complaints from residents and families. Adhere to health and safety code practices and complete other tasks as directed by the Wellness Director.
Required Qualifications
- active CMA certification
- active CNA certification in the state of Texas
- experience as a CNA or caregiver in an assisted living or memory care community
- servant-minded approach to caring for others
- completed Medication Aide Training Program and passed the examination to obtain a CMA permit in the state of Texas
- current Nurse Aide Certificate from the Texas Department of Health
- patience, tact, cheerful disposition and enthusiasm
- ability to handle residents based on whatever maturity and cognitive level they are currently functioning
- ability to work despite frequent interruptions
- ability to read and write English with clarity sufficient to communicate with residents and teammates, follow instructions, and identify materials from their labels and understand their directions for use
- ability to take directions and supervision, follow directions and to work on a team providing care and general functions of a nursing unit
- service-minded approach to all aspects of the job
- passion for working within a senior living community and a skilled nursing and rehabilitation program
- alignment with and enthusiasm about The Wesleyan's culture and core values
- Must be able to deal with possible agitated and confused residents that at times can become physically aggressive
- Must be able to work the overnight shift (10:00PM-6:00AM)
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