Certified Medication Aide CMA Per Diem PRN - $25.43 per hour

License
CMA
Hourly Avg.
Hourly Avg. Range
$
25.43
$
-
$
Shift Type
Per Diem
Date Posted
January 15, 2026
Valid Through
March 2, 2026

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Job Description

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

Gainesville GA

,

Georgia

.

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

*Requirements and qualifications for employment are dependent upon state regulations. Join the Nursa Community page to learn your state’s requirements and get your per diem nursing questions answered.

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:

Nestled in the beautiful surroundings of North Georgia, Gainesville is a charming city that offers a fulfilling experience for RNs, LPNs, and CNAs seeking PRN shifts. With its busy healthcare facilities and warm community atmosphere, working as a PRN nurse in this city can be both exciting and rewarding. From flexible schedules to competitive pay, Gainesville provides the perfect setting for healthcare professionals to thrive in their careers.

Georgia's healthcare system encompasses metropolitan centers that handle high-acuity cases and rural regions where the primary need is for chronic care management. Nursing professionals can find flexible, high-paying per diem shifts throughout the state to diversify their skills and enhance their work-life balance.

*This job posting is representative of the type of shifts available in this area on the Nursa platform.

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Choose multiple CMA shifts on your schedule

Nursa isn't just about finding a job; it's about crafting your ideal work schedule by selecting shifts. Once you create a Nursa profile, you will experience the convenience of scheduling shifts in real-time.

Gainesville, Georgia offers a pleasant mix of Southern charm and modern amenities. This city boasts a vibrant downtown area with local shops and restaurants, as well as stunning parks and outdoor recreational opportunities. With a low cost of living and thriving healthcare industry, it is an attractive location for PRN nurses and nursing assistants. The flexibility of picking different PRN shifts allows them to balance work and personal life while earning competitive wages. Additionally, the RN, LPN, and CNA PRN shifts in Gainesville can be fulfilling as they provide opportunities to make a positive impact on the local community's health.

Georgia's healthcare features a duality of high-acuity metro centers and rural chronic care needs. PRN nursing offers flexible, high-paying jobs statewide, enabling clinicians to diversify skills, manage work-life balance, and gain valuable experience in various settings. 

Average CMA
Pay in Gainesville GA, Georgia

$
42.52
/hour
$
23.01
Low
$
43
Average
$
50
High

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