Certified Medication Aide CMA Per Diem PRN - $25.23 per hour

License
CMA
Hourly Avg.
Hourly Avg. Range
$
25.23
$
-
$
Shift Type
Per Diem
Date Posted
December 15, 2025
Valid Through
February 3, 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 

New Iberia

,

Louisiana

.

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:

Explore the vibrant city of New Iberia, Louisiana, and discover the numerous benefits of working PRN shifts as a registered nurse, licensed practical nurse, or certified nursing assistant. From the lively downtown scene to the charming southern hospitality, this city offers a unique blend of culture and opportunity. PRN nurses are drawn to New Iberia for its welcoming community, diverse patient population, and endless professional growth potential.

Louisiana's nursing environment is distinct due to its blend of coastal and Gulf health considerations, seasonal festival surges like Mardi Gras, and the sharp contrast between high-acuity metro and community regional care. Nurses favor PRN work here for the premium earning potential and the flexibility for a better 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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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.

Nestled in the heart of Cajun country, New Iberia, Louisiana is a charming community. Full of close-knit neighborhoods, bustling businesses, and top-rated healthcare facilities, this city offers a diverse and welcoming environment for healthcare professionals seeking PRN positions. From RNs to CNAs, these healthcare workers have the opportunity to make a significant impact in New Iberia, while also experiencing the unique charm and beauty of this world-renowned Southern city. One topic that highlights the rewarding nature of healthcare work in New Iberia is the high demand for skilled nurses to provide home health care for those with chronic conditions, allowing them to remain independent and comfortable in their own homes.

Explore PRN nursing jobs in Louisiana, which offer work flexibility and higher hourly rates. The state's unique healthcare landscape features coastal and Gulf health considerations, seasonal festival surges (e.g., Mardi Gras), and high demand in urban and regional centers. Nurses gain professional development and work-life balance using the Nursa app to find shifts.

Average CMA
Pay in New Iberia, Louisiana

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

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