Certified Medication Aide

Right-Staff; Waterloo (IA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Stat pay

Holiday pay

Positive environment

Job summary

Right Staff is seeking a qualified CMA with Iowa CNA credentials to provide compassionate, resident-centered care in a supportive facility environment.

The role involves administering medications, following CMA processes, and communicating resident status changes to the care team. A 60-hour CMA course and current CPR certification are required.

Qualifications

• Must have CMA certificate (60 hour course).
• CNA certification valid for Iowa.
• Current CPR certificate required.

Responsibilities

• Assess residents' needs and help develop and follow care plans.
• Administer medications and provide direct care as prescribed.
• Communicate changes in residents' status to physicians and staff.
• Ensure quality care through CMA processes and guidelines.
• Document appropriately in PCC as needed.
• Assist with safe patient handling and transfers.

Education

CMA certification (60 hours)

CNA Iowa certification

CPR certification

Job description

With Right Staff you won't want to work with any other agency. Here, you'll join incredible team and a company dedicated to providing the highest quality of service and care. We value and respect the residents that we take care of and the facilities they live in.

MUST HAVE A CMA CERTIFICATE (60 HOUR COURSE)

Benefits

Competitive salary based on experience

Stat pay

Holiday pay

Positive work environment

Job Description

• Assess the residents' needs and assist in developing and following individual care plans
• Assure quality care is delivered through the utilization of CMA processes and guidelines
• Identify and communicate changes in residents' status to physicians and staff
• Administer medications, and other direct care as prescribed and indicated
• Communicate appropriate information to all staff to provide a smooth shift transition
• Report any suspected abuse to appropriate authority
• Document appropriately as needed or required in PCC
• Push/pull 30 pounds of force required to move medication carts and to transport residents in wheelchair

Qualifications

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) for Iowa

• Certified Medication Aide certification (60 hours)
• Current CPR certificate

Right Staff is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for all employment; free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, associational preferences, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran.