Certified Medication Aide (CMA) Days

Care Initiatives; Iowa, Northern (LA, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Comprehensive Benefits

Referral Bonus Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Digital Wallet Access

Job summary

Care Initiatives is seeking a Certified Medication Aide (CMA) in Iowa to join our compassionate care team across multiple skilled nursing communities. Full-time daytime hours with every other weekend offer meaningful patient interaction and opportunities to make a daily difference in residents’ health and comfort.

You will assist with daily living activities, administer medications, monitor health, and collaborate with families and the care team within a supportive, safety‑conscious environment.

Qualifications

• CNA certification active in Iowa or ability to activate.
• Medication Aide certification valid in Iowa or ability to activate.
• Strong commitment to resident care and teamwork.
• Compassionate, patient, and respectful demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Support daily living activities: bathing, dressing, grooming, eating, and passing medications.
• Deliver emotional support and companionship.
• Provide health monitoring and routine vital checks.
• Interact with residents, families, and healthcare team.
• Encourage resident recreational and therapeutic activities.
• Adhere to infection control protocols to keep environments safe.

Skills

Compassionate demeanor

Teamwork

Resident-care focus

Education

Active CNA certification (Iowa)

Medication Aide certification (Iowa)

Job description

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!