Certified Medication Aide (CMA)

People Powered; Newton (IA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Prescription coverage

Telemedicine

Group life insurance

Voluntary life insurance

Short-term disability

EAP

Job summary

Valley Vista for Nursing and Rehabilitation in Newton, IA is seeking a Certified Medication Aide (CMA) to administer prescribed medications to residents and ensure accurate documentation on-site. The role includes preparing, distributing and monitoring medications, as well as restocking supplies and supporting direct resident care on a 6pm-6am Thursday shift and PRN as needed.

Qualifications include CNA and CMA state certifications.

Qualifications

• Completion of a state-approved CNA program is required.
• Successful completion of a CMA course per state requirements is required.

Responsibilities

• Verify resident identity before administering medications and document drug name, dosage, and time.
• Administer medications as prescribed and monitor residents for adverse reactions.
• Take vital signs and assess residents' responses to medications.
• Document reasons for any medications not administered.
• Assist with direct resident care including bathing, dressing, feeding, and supporting examinations or treatments.
• Receive, prepare, and distribute medications per physician orders.
• Maintain and restock medication inventories as necessary.

Skills

Medication administration

Documentation

Education

Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)

Certified Medication Aide (CMA)

Job description

Valley Vista for Nursing and Rehabilitation is seeking aCertified Medication Aide (CMA) to join our skilled nursing facility in Newton, IA. This role is responsible for safely administering prescribed medications to residents while ensuring accurate documentation and compliance with healthcare regulations.

Available Shifts

• 6pm-6am Thursdays

• PRN

Key Responsibilities

• Verify resident identity before administering medications and document all details, including drug name, dosage, and time.

• Administer medications as prescribed and monitor residents for any adverse reactions, reporting concerns as needed.

• Take vital signs and assess residents' responses to medications.

• Document reasons for any medications not administered.

• Assist with direct resident care, including bathing, dressing, feeding, and supporting examinations or treatments.

• Receive, prepare, and distribute medications per physician orders.

• Maintain and restock medication inventories as necessary.

Qualifications

• Completion of a state-approvedCertified Nurse Assistant (CNA)program

• Successful completion of aCertified Medication Aide (CMA)course per state requirements

Benefits

We offer acomprehensive benefits package, which may include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Prescription drug coverage

• Telemedicine program

• Company-paid group life insurance

• Voluntary term life insurance and short-term disability

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Compensation and benefits may vary based on employment status, job classification, location, and length of service.

Join our team and make a meaningful impact on the lives of our residents.