Certified Medication Aide — Growth & Benefits (Day Shift)

Pillar-of-Cedar-Valley; Waterloo (IA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical/Dental/Vision

401K Savings

Vacation Plan

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Growth opportunities

Positive environment

Recognition

Scheduling app

Job summary

Pillar of Cedar Valley Nursing and Rehabilitation is seeking a compassionate Certified Medication Aide to provide resident-focused care. You will help assess needs, develop and follow care plans, and ensure quality CMA-driven care in collaboration with the nursing team.

You’ll administer medications, communicate changes, and support smooth shift transitions. This role requires Iowa CMA certification and current CPR; we offer a supportive environment and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Iowa CMA certification required.
• Current CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assess residents’ needs and develop/ follow individual care plans.
• Ensure quality care via CMA processes and guidelines.
• Identify and communicate status changes to physicians, staff and family.
• Administer medications and other direct care as prescribed.
• Communicate information to staff to ensure smooth shift transitions.
• Report suspected abuse to the appropriate authority.
• Document as required in PCC.
• Push/pull up to 30 pounds to move medication carts and transport residents.

Education

Certified Medication Aide certification (Iowa)

CPR certification

Job description

Pillar of Cedar Valley Nursing and Rehabilitation is seeking a compassionate Certified Medication Aide to provide resident-focused care. You will help assess needs, develop and follow care plans, and ensure quality CMA-driven care in collaboration with the nursing team.

You’ll administer medications, communicate changes, and support smooth shift transitions. This role requires Iowa CMA certification and current CPR; we offer a supportive environment and opportunities for growth.