Certified Medication Aide — Impactful Senior Care

Americare; Sedan (KS); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Daily Access to Wages

Comprehensive Benefits

401(k) Plan

Tuition Assistance

Complimentary Meals

Job summary

Americare Senior Living is seeking a Certified Medication Aide (CMA) to provide safe medication administration and compassionate resident care within a skilled nursing community in Pleasant Valley. The role involves administering medications, assisting with activities of daily living, and collaborating with licensed nursing staff in a fast-paced clinical setting.

The CMA will support residents’ health, safety, and quality of life, maintain accurate documentation, and participate in an

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years old.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Completion of a Kansas CMA course with active CMA certification.
• Must maintain CMA certification with annual updates.

Responsibilities

• Administer prescribed medications under supervision of licensed nursing staff.
• Verify resident identity before administration and document dosage, time, and observations.
• Monitor resident responses and report adverse reactions or concerns.
• Assist residents with activities of daily living (ADLs) including personal hygiene, meals, and mobility.
• Recognize and report changes in resident condition to charge staff.
• Take and record vital signs, reporting abnormalities per policy.
• Identify medication shortages and report concerns to supervisor.
• Maintain accurate documentation related to resident care and intake/output.
• Support coworkers by providing assistance as needed.
• Complete admission, discharge, and transfer documentation as required.

Skills

Compassionate care

Attention to detail

Clear communication

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certified Medication Aide (CMA) course (KS)

Active CMA certification

Job description

Americare Senior Living is seeking a Certified Medication Aide (CMA) to provide safe medication administration and compassionate resident care within a skilled nursing community in Pleasant Valley. The role involves administering medications, assisting with activities of daily living, and collaborating with licensed nursing staff in a fast-paced clinical setting.

The CMA will support residents’ health, safety, and quality of life, maintain accurate documentation, and participate in an