Certified Medication Aide (CMA) Evenings

Care Initiatives; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wage

Medical,Dental,Vision

401(k)

PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Referral bonus

Job summary

Heritage Specialty Care in Cedar Rapids, IA, is hiring a Certified Medication Aide (CMA) for full-time evening shifts. You will support daily living activities, administer medications, and provide companionship while maintaining health monitoring and infection control standards.

Qualifications include an active Iowa CNA, a valid Medication Aide certification, and a strong commitment to resident care, teamwork, and compassion.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily living activities and administer medications per protocol.
• Provide emotional support and companionship to residents.
• Conduct routine vital checks and health monitoring.
• Communicate with residents, families and healthcare team.
• Encourage recreational and therapeutic activities.
• Adhere to infection control protocols to maintain a safe environment.

Skills

CNA certification

Medication Aide certification

Compassionate demeanor

Teamwork

Job description

Heritage Specialty Care, a 171-bed long-term care skilled nursing community located in Cedar Rapids, IA, is now hiring!

Certified Medication Aide (CMA)

Schedule/Shifts Available: Full Time-Evenings

Competitive Hourly Rate + Shift Differential

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 monitoring by administering medications and 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 protocols to 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, 401(k), 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.

Care Initiatives is an Affiantive Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. Care Initiatives complies with applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, parental status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.