Certified Medication Aide (CMA)

Urbandale Health Care Center; Urbandale (IA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Prescription drug coverage

Telemedicine program

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Voluntary term life insurance

Short-term disability coverage

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

A skilled nursing facility in Urbandale, Iowa, is seeking a dependable Certified Medication Aide (CMA) to join their team. The role involves the safe administration of medications, monitoring residents for adverse reactions, and providing direct care. The ideal candidate will have completed a CNA program and a CMA course, with active certification in Iowa. This position offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision insurance, and more, contributing to meaningful care for residents.

Qualifications

• Completion of a state-approved Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) program.
• Successful completion of a state-approved Certified Medication Aide (CMA) course.
• Active certification in good standing in the state of Iowa.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to resident safety.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team.

Responsibilities

• Administer prescribed medications accurately and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Monitor residents for side effects and document medication details.
• Assist with direct resident care to promote comfort and dignity.
• Monitor residents for side effects or adverse reactions and promptly report concerns to the supervising nurse.
• Record and document reasons for medications not administered.
• Obtain and record vital signs as required.
• Assist with direct resident care, including bathing, dressing, grooming, feeding, and supporting examinations or treatments.
• Receive, prepare, and distribute medications per established procedures.
• Maintain and restock medication carts and inventory as needed.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable healthcare regulations and facility policies.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Team collaboration

Education

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) program

Certified Medication Aide (CMA) course

Iowa certification

Job description

Royal Oaks Nursing and Rehabilitation

Urbandale, IA

Royal Oaks Nursing and Rehabilitation is seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Certified Medication Aide (CMA) to join our skilled nursing team in Urbandale, Iowa. In this role, you will be responsible for the safe and accurate administration of prescribed medications while ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations and delivering compassionate, resident-centered care.

Position Summary

The Certified Medication Aide supports the nursing department by administering medications as prescribed, monitoring residents for adverse reactions, and maintaining precise documentation. This position also assists with direct resident care to promote comfort, dignity, and overall well-being.

Key Responsibilities

• Verify resident identity prior to medication administration.
• Administer prescribed medications accurately and in accordance with physician orders and facility protocols.
• Document all medication details, including drug name, dosage, route, and time of administration.
• Monitor residents for side effects or adverse reactions and promptly report concerns to the supervising nurse.
• Record and document reasons for medications not administered.
• Obtain and record vital signs as required.
• Assist with direct resident care, including bathing, dressing, grooming, feeding, and supporting examinations or treatments.
• Receive, prepare, and distribute medications per established procedures.
• Maintain and restock medication carts and inventory as needed.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable healthcare regulations and facility policies.

Qualifications

• Completion of a state-approved Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) program.
• Successful completion of a state-approved Certified Medication Aide (CMA) course.
• Active certification in good standing in the state of Iowa.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to resident safety.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, which may include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Prescription drug coverage
• Telemedicine program
• Company-paid group life insurance
• Voluntary term life insurance
• Short-term disability coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

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

Join our dedicated team at Royal Oaks Nursing and Rehabilitation and make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents every day.

Apply today!