Description Looking for a rewarding weekend opportunity in healthcare? Join the Skilled Nursing team at Mennonite Village as a Certified Medication Aide (CMA). This part-time weekend position is ideal for compassionate, dependable individuals who are passionate about serving older adults and committed to providing safe, resident-centered care. As a CMA, you will play a critical role in promoting medication safety, supporting resident well-being, and providing direct resident care. Working closely with licensed nurses and the interdisciplinary care team, you will administer medications, monitor residents for changes in condition, support resident care needs within the scope of the position, and help ensure residents receive the highest quality of care.
Why Mennonite Village? At Mennonite Village, our mission is to help residents live their best lives. As a weekend CMA, you'll become part of a caring, values-driven organization that has proudly served older adults in the Willamette Valley for nearly 80 years. We believe that every team member has a meaningful impact on resident health, comfort, and quality of life. You'll enjoy a supportive team environment, opportunities for growth, and the satisfaction of making a difference every weekend through compassionate, resident-centered care.
Benefits may include:
- Competitive pay with applicable shift differentials.
- Paid sick leave.
- Professional development and continuing education.
- Employee appreciation events and recognition programs.
- A collaborative culture focused on respect, integrity, and excellence.
What You'll Do
- Administer medications in accordance with physician orders, facility policies, and accepted nursing standards.
- Follow the five rights of medication administration: right resident, right medication, right time, right route, and right dose.
- Observe residents for adverse medication reactions and report concerns to the licensed nurse.
- Accurately document medication administration and resident care activities.
- Assist residents with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and mobility.
- Respond promptly and professionally to resident call lights.
- Observe and report changes in resident condition to the nursing team.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and secure medication cart.
- Assist with resident transfers using proper equipment and safety procedures.
- Promote resident dignity, independence, safety, and quality of life.
- Follow infection prevention, confidentiality, and resident rights policies.
- Collaborate with nurses and other team members to provide exceptional resident care.
Qualities That Set You Apart
- Compassion and genuine respect for older adults.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to medication safety.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Dependability and strong attendance.
- Ability to remain calm and organized in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
- Positive attitude and willingness to support residents and coworkers.
- Professionalism, discretion, and commitment to resident confidentiality.
- Strong observational skills and sound judgement.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Mennonite Village values diversity and inclusion and is committed to equal employment opportunity for all. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and organizational need, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected classification under applicable law. We welcome individuals who share our mission of serving older adults with dignity, respect, and compassion. We are committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment and to offering reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state laws for qualified individuals with disabilities.
Requirements
Availability Requirements Ability to work weekends.
Required
- Current Oregon Certified Medication Aide (CMA) certification in good standing.
- Ability to obtain CPR/AED certification within 120 days of hire.
- Knowledge of safe medication administration practices, medication documentation, and resident rights.
- Ability to accurately administer and document medications in accordance with physician orders, facility policies, and state regulations.
- Ability to observe residents for changes in condition and report concerns promptly to licensed nursing staff.
- Ability to assist residents with activities of daily living within the scope of the position.
- Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English effectively.
- Strong attention to detail, professionalism, and commitment to resident safety.
- Ability to work scheduled weekend shifts consistently.
Preferred
- Previous experience as a CMA in a skilled nursing, long-term care, rehabilitation, or senior living setting.
- Experience with electronic health records (EHR) and electronic medication administration records (eMAR).
- Experience caring for older adults with complex medical or rehabilitative needs.
- Knowledge of long-term care regulations and best practices.
- Experience working in a collaborative interdisciplinary healthcare environment.
