Certified Medication Aide (1pm - 9:30pm) Full-time

Wendell Foster; Owensboro (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

AD&D insurance

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid orientation

Paid time off

Paid training

Pet insurance

Referral program

Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Vision insurance

Job summary

Wendell Foster in Owensboro, KY is seeking a motivated Certified Medication Aide (CMA) to join our Intermediate Care Facility team. You will safely administer prescribed medications, verify identity and allergy history, and document MAR entries under the supervision of a nurse.

This full-time evening shift (1pm–9:30pm) offers a $3.00 night differential, holiday pay, and a comprehensive benefits package including health and retirement plans, A&D, PTO, and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Certified Medication Aide in Kentucky required.
• CPR and First Aid certifications preferred or training provided.

Responsibilities

• Safely and accurately administer prescribed medications.
• Confirm identity and allergy history prior to administration.
• Document medication administration on MAR.
• Review prescribed orders and transmit to contract pharmacy.
• Serve as liaison between medical providers and contract pharmacy.

Skills

Medication administration

MAR documentation

Patient safety

Education

High school diploma or GED

Kentucky CMA certification

CPR/First Aid certifications

Job description

2025, 2024, & 2021 Gold Winner for Best Place to Work in Owensboro!

Wendell Foster is interested in hiring an energeticCMAfor our Intermediate Care Facility to join the team of#DifferenceMakers!

What matters to you:

• Hours: 1pm – 9:30pm, 40 hrs/week

• Night shifthourly differential of $3.00
• Double time pay for holiday hours worked
• Employee Assistance Program(EAP)is freeto all employees and their immediate family members.
• On the job training
• Employee recognition give-a-waysthroughout the year

What matters to us:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Certified Medication Aide in the State of Kentucky required.
• Possess, or be able to possess, required first aid and CPR certifications (training provided).
• Possess valid driver’s license, insurable driving record, and ability to drive facility vehicles.

Essential Functions:

1. Safely and accurately administers and distributes routine prescribed medications.

2. Confirms identity and checks each individual’s allergy history prior to administering medications. Recognizes possible untoward allergic reactions and notifies the supervising nurse or medical provider.

3. Documents administration of medications on the individual’s medication administration record (MAR).

4. Reviews and processes prescribed medication orders and transmits electronically to contract pharmacy.

5. Serves as liaison between medical providers/nurses and the contract pharmacy regarding issues associated with medication process.

Other important information:

Wendell Foster is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• AD&D insurance
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid orientation
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Pet insurance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance