Certified Medication Aide (CMA) up to $25/hr

ShiftKey; Dubuque (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Better work/life balance

Extra income with daily pay options

Access to healthcare benefits

Life Insurance

Next-day pay

Job summary

A healthcare staffing solution is looking for Certified Medication Aides (CMAs) in Dubuque, Iowa. This role offers flexibility to build your own schedule, allowing you to take control of your career and earn extra income. You will be responsible for dispensing medications, recording dosages, and observing residents for any side effects. The ideal candidate must have a valid CMA license in Iowa and a high school diploma or GED. Enjoy a supportive work environment with competitive pay and various facilities.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid CMA license to work in Iowa.
• High school diploma or GED required.

Responsibilities

• Dispense medications per physician's order.
• Record dosages given in the MAR chart.
• Observe residents for potential symptoms.
• Assist with resident care as needed.

Skills

Medication dispensing

Patient observation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Valid CMA license in Iowa

Job description

Build your own schedule. Take control of your career.

Looking for CMA jobs that fit your life? If you're tired of having no control over your schedule or just want to earn more money, PRN shifts could be what you're looking for! ShiftKey enables independent Certified Medication Aides like you to bid on per diem CMA shifts posted by a vast network of Healthcare Facilities—all based on criteria you select. Choose the facilities you want, on days you want, and bid the rate you want.

Benefits

• Better work/life balance - Don't want to work nights? Need Mondays off? Only want to work once in a while? No problem. Use ShiftKey to work as little or as much as you like.
• Extra income - Use ShiftKey to pick up shifts whenever you need a little extra money, even if you have another job. Get paid the next day with a PayCard or go with weekly direct deposit.
• Pick the right environment for you - PRN shifts are a great way to experience a variety of facilities.

ShiftKey partners with Stride Health to allow healthcare professionals who use the ShiftKey App to access Stride's portable benefits platform for affordable healthcare options such as:

• Health
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance

Role Requirements

• A high school diploma or GED.
• A valid CMA license in the state of Iowa.

About the Role

You know better than anyone that CMAs are essential members of a facility's medical team. Your role is to ensure that patients take the right medications at the right time. Here are a few things you might do:

• Dispense oral and topical medications to residents per physician's order.
• Record medications given and their dosages in the nurse's medication administration record (MAR) chart.
• Observe residents for symptoms and conditions that could be related to medication interactions, adverse drug reactions, or medication side effects.
• Assist with resident care as needed.

Testimonials

"This was one of the best choices I've made as a nurse. I love the freedom I have now!!" - LVN, Dallas, TX

"Amazing! You make your own schedule. You get daily pay or weekly. And they always respond when you need them." - CNA, Springfield, TN

"I've been using ShiftKey for years. It's a very good way to work. The people and facilities are respectful and helpful." - CNA, Kansas City, MO