MaineGeneral Health System·Augusta, Maine
The CNA-M is responsible for distributing medications to residents according to physician orders and providing high-quality patient care. They assist residents with activities of daily living and support a person-centered care environment for those with Alzheimer's or dementia.
Summary: MaineGeneral is looking for a dedicated and skilled Certified Nursing Assistant - Medication Aide (CNA-M) to join our healthcare team at our Glenridge Center in Augusta. This is a team atmosphere where staff help each other to be their best to help ensure the best customer service for our residents and families. The ideal candidate will provide high-quality patient care while efficiently administering medications under the supervision of a nurse.
The Role: Certified Nursing Assistant – Medication Technician (CNA-M) MaineGeneral Rehabilitation & Long Term Care at Glenridge specializes in Memory Care services. They provide skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and long-term care to residents with a diagnosis of Alzheimer's or other forms of dementia. What You'll Do: Distributes medications to residents per physician orders and completes required documentation Contributes to and supports a person-centered, individualized care environment emphasizing building meaningful relationships. Assists residents with activities of daily living including bathing, dressing, eating, toileting, and transportation, while demonstrating sensitivity to resident comfort and privacy. Performs restorative and rehabilitative procedures as directed within the scope of CNA practice. Ensures residents' rights are respected and maintained at all times Responds promptly to residents and family requests for assistance. Your Qualifications: An active CNA certificate on the State of Maine CNA Registry Certification from an accredited Medication Technician Program (CMT) is required High school diploma or general education diploma (GED) is preferred 12 hours of relevant continuing education is required annually to maintain CNA registration Why Choose MaineGeneral: Exciting Shift Differentials: Potential to earn up to an additional $7/hr. for specific shifts. Access comprehensive wellness benefits, including health, dental, vision, and more. Benefit from employee discounts, generous parental leave, and ample earned time off. Retirement planning with up to 4% company contributions. Potential student loan reimbursement Embrace growth opportunities within our organization Compensation Information: $20.01 - $35.02
The hourly pay range shown represents the base pay range for this position. Individual pay is determined based on factors such as experience, qualifications, skills, and market considerations. In addition to base pay, eligible team members may earn additional compensation through shift, weekend, holiday, on-call, and other applicable differentials. We are proud to offer a competitive total rewards package designed to recognize our caregivers and support them in delivering exceptional care to the communities we serve.
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 24 Job Exempt:
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Candidates must hold an active CNA certificate on the State of Maine Registry and a certification from an accredited Medication Technician Program (CMT). A high school diploma or GED is preferred, and 12 hours of annual continuing education is required.
Market context
Support-services roles in Maine are often in steady demand because healthcare and care-adjacent settings rely on dependable staff for daily operations and patient support. Competition can be strong for candidates with active Maine CNA certification, current immunization records, and flexibility around schedules; benefits like health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, and referral bonuses can make openings more attractive. Before applying, confirm your certification and immunization documentation, and review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time versus reading the full original posting.
