Certified Medication Aide (CMA) Days

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Robust benefits

Referral bonus

Tuition reimbursement

Digital wallet access

Job summary

Care Initiatives is hiring a Licensed Certified Medication Aide (CMA) for our Dubuque Specialty Care community in Dubuque, IA, with full-time day shifts and every-other-weekend schedules. The role focuses on compassionate resident care, medication assistance, and daily living support across Iowa’s 40+ skilled nursing communities.

Qualified candidates will hold an active Iowa CNA and a valid Medication Aide certification or be able to activate them.

Qualifications

• Active Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) certification in Iowa or ability to activate.
• Valid certification as a Medication Aide in Iowa or ability to activate.
• Strong commitment to resident care, professionalism, and teamwork.
• Compassionate, patient, and respectful demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Support daily living activities: bathing, dressing, grooming, eating, and medications.
• Provide emotional support and companionship to residents.
• Monitor health and conduct routine vital checks.
• Interact and communicate with residents, families, and healthcare team.
• Encourage recreational and therapeutic activities to enhance health.
• Adhere to infection control protocols to maintain a safe environment.

Skills

CNA certification

Medication Aide certification

Job description

Dubuque Specialty Care, 2935 Kaufman Ave., Dubuque, Iowa, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Monday, August 31, 2026 at 6:00 AM

Chariton Specialty Care , a 60-bed long-term care skilled nursing community located in Chariton, IA, is now hiring!

Certified Medication Aide (CMA)
Schedule/Shifts Available: Full-time days with every other weekend

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!

Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, Care Initiatives will honor your experiences, perspectives, and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.

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Dubuque Specialty Care, 2935 Kaufman Ave., Dubuque, Iowa, United States of America