Certified Medication Aide (CMA) Evenings

Care Initiatives; Coralville (IA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wage

Comprehensive benefits

Referral bonus program

Tuition reimbursement

Digital wallet access

Job summary

Care Initiatives is hiring a Certified Medication Aide (CMA) to support daily living activities, assist with medications, and monitor residents in our Iowa facilities. You will provide compassionate care across skilled nursing communities, ensuring safety and dignity for residents.

The role emphasizes teamwork, strong communication with families and staff, and participation in therapeutic activities to enhance daily routines. Competitive wage and comprehensive benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Active CNA certification in Iowa, or ability to activate certification.
• Medication Aide certification valid 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, meds).
• Provide emotional support and companionship.
• Monitor health and conduct routine vitals checks.
• Interact with residents, families, and healthcare team.
• Encourage recreational and therapeutic activities.
• Adhere to infection control protocols for safety.

Skills

CNA Iowa

Medication Aide

Resident care

Teamwork

Job description

Certified Medication Aide (CMA)

Schedule/Shifts Available: Full-Time/Part Time Evenings

Competitive wage-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, 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!

At Care Initiatives, we’re committed to helping you grow your career while improving the lives of those we serve.