Certified Medication Aides CMA Per Diem PRN

Job Description

Join our growing network of dedicated and experienced certified medication aides (CMAs) finding high-paying per diem job opportunities in

Arcadia

,

Florida

.

A medication aide working with Nursa provides basic care and helps patients with activities of daily living under the supervision of a licensed nurse. Medication aids work in a variety of nursing and care facilities, long-term care centers, assisted living facilities (ALFs), hospitals, home healthcare services, and more.

CMA Responsibilities:

Allowing for some variation in duties from one work setting to another, the following are typical responsibilities of CMAs:

Administer medications according to their physician's orders, provide personal and medical care, and obtain vital signs.
Be a source of emotional and social support to patients
Offer any other support needed to facility staff
Present your best self to patients, families, and facility staff on behalf of Nursa

CMA Qualifications:

Here are basic qualifications and important skills for CMAs working with Nursa:

Current, active CMA certification
CPR or BLS certification
Ability to provide physical assistance to patients as needed
Desire to do nursing in a way that benefits you AND the patient

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CMA Benefits:

CMAs who find jobs with Nursa enjoy all of the following advantages:

Access to a wide range of per diem jobs and other short-term assignments
Competitive hourly rates
Fast and straightforward payments
User-friendly platform and downloadable app for easy job booking
Flexible scheduling to accommodate all preferences and lifestyles

Get Started in Minutes:
Nursa enables certified medication aide (CMAs) to work when and where they want. Get started in three easy steps:

Set up an account
Upload your licenses/certifications
Request shifts

About Required CMA License:

A certified medication aide (CMA in medical terms) is a certified nursing assistant who has completed additional training to be permitted to administer medications in specific healthcare settings under nurse supervision. Pick up nearby CMA jobs with Nursa.

About Location:

Arcadia, Florida is ideally located near some of the most beautiful beaches and attractions in the state. It is the county seat for DeSoto County and is conveniently located between Tampa and Fort Myers. It is a popular destination for nursing professionals who are looking to pick up per diem shifts due to the abundance of medical facilities in the region and the comparatively higher pay scale for travel nursing assignments.

Known as the Sunshine State, Florida offers warm weather year-round, miles of beaches, and world-famous theme parks. Residents benefit from no state income tax and a diverse culture influenced by the Caribbean and Latin America.

GO BEYOND A SINGLE JOB

Choose multiple CMA shifts on your schedule

Arcadia, Florida

Nursing professionals flock to Arcadia, Florida to take advantage of the wealth of PRN job opportunities available. Situated in DeSoto County, Arcadia is a charming small town with a unique history and plenty of attractions. The city is home to a variety of historical sites, including the Arcadia Opera House, the Arcadia All-Florida Championship Rodeo, and the DeSoto County Historical Society Museum.

Florida is a peninsula state bordered by the Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf Coast, with Miami, Tampa, Orlando, and Jacksonville as its largest metro areas. Large health systems like AdventHealth, Orlando Health, and Jackson Health System serve its growing population, and a large retiree community keeps demand for clinicians high.