Certified Medication Aide (CMA)

Care Initiatives; Dunlap (IA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Comprehensive benefits

Referral bonus

Tuition reimbursement

Digital wallet access

Job summary

Care Initiatives is seeking a Certified Medication Aide (CMA) to join our compassionate team across more than 40 skilled nursing communities in Iowa. Full-Time & Part-Time schedules available, with a competitive hourly rate and shift differential.

You’ll support daily living activities, monitor residents’ health, administer medications per policy, and communicate with families and the care team. Iowa CNA and Medication Aide certifications required or ability to activate.

Qualifications

• Active CNA certification in Iowa or the ability to activate certification.
• Medication Aide certification must be valid in Iowa or ability to activate.

Responsibilities

• Support daily living activities (bathing, dressing, grooming, eating) and passing medications.
• Deliver emotional support and companionship to residents.
• Provide health monitoring and routine vital checks.
• Interact with residents, families, and the healthcare team.

Skills

Compassionate

Patient

Respectful demeanor

Teamwork

Education

Active CNA certification in Iowa

Medication Aide certification in Iowa

Job description

Certified Medication Aide (CMA)
Schedule/Shifts Available: Full-Time & Part-Time

Competitive Hourly Rate + Shift Differential

Make a Difference Every Day – Join Care Initiatives as a Certified Medication Aide!

Join our compassionate care team across more than 40 skilled nursing communities throughout Iowa.If you're a dedicated and empathetic caregiver looking to make a meaningful impact on the lives of others during their healthcare journey, this is your opportunity to shine.

What You’ll Do & Key Responsibilities:

• Support daily living activities, including bathing, dressing, grooming, eating, and passing medications.
• Deliver emotional support and provide companionship while fostering a positive and engaging environment.
• Provide health monitoringand conducting routine vital checks.
• Interact and communicate with residents, families, as well as the healthcare team.
• Encourage and facilitate resident recreational and therapeutic activities to enhance health and daily routines.
• Adhere to infection control protocolsto ensure a clean and safe environment for safety.

Qualifications:

• Active Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) certification in the state of Iowa, or the ability to activate certification.
• Valid certification as a Medication Aide. Medication Aide must be valid within the state of Iowa, or ability to activate.

• Strong commitment to resident care, professionalism, and teamwork.

• Compassionate, patient, and respectful demeanor.

Why Join Care Initiatives?

• Competitive Compensation: Earn a highly competitive wage.

• Comprehensive Benefits: Eligible employees enjoy robust benefit options including medical, dental, vision, 403(b) retirement savings plan, PTO, and more.

• Referral Bonus Program: Earn cash rewards for referring your friends.

• Tuition Reimbursement:Develop your skills with company paid training and education to take your career to the next level.
• Digital Wallet Access: Get paid as you earn—no more waiting for payday!