Certified Medication Aide (CMA) Weekend Package

Care Initiatives; Pleasant Hill (IA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits

Referral bonus program

Tuition reimbursement

Digital wallet access

Job summary

Parkridge Specialty Care, part of the Care Initiatives family, is hiring a Certified Medication Aide in Pleasant Hill, IA. Join a compassionate team at a 90-bed skilled nursing community recognized for quality metrics and patient care excellence.

Competitive hourly rate with shift differential and a focus on resident wellbeing. Become part of a multi-site organization delivering dedicated care across Iowa.

Qualifications

• Active Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) certification in Iowa or ability to activate.
• 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 including bathing, dressing, grooming, eating, and passing medications.
• Deliver emotional support and companionship while fostering a positive environment.
• Provide health monitoring and routine vital checks.
• Interact with residents, families, and the healthcare team.
• Encourage resident recreational and therapeutic activities.
• Adhere to infection control protocols to ensure a safe environment.

Skills

Resident care

Professionalism

Teamwork

Job description

Parkridge Specialty Care, 5800 Northeast 12th Ave, Pleasant Hill, Iowa, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Friday, August 28, 2026 at 6:00 AM

Parkridge Specialty Care, a 90-bed long-term care skilled nursing community located in Pleasant Hill, IA, is now hiring! Join a quality focused team recognized with a Bronze Quality Award, 4-star Quality Measure Rating, and excellent Annual State Survey Results consistently below state and national averages.

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. Care Initiatives is an Aff…

Parkridge Specialty Care, 5800 Northeast 12th Ave, Pleasant Hill, Iowa, United States of America