Certified Medication Assistant - Full-Time, PM Shift - $2 shift diff / $2 weekend premium

Walworth County, WI; Elkhorn (WI); On-site; USD 44,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Walworth County's Lakeland Health Care Center in Elkhorn, WI, seeks a Certified Nursing Assistant with active Wisconsin CNA registry and completion of the medication aide program to pass medications in a skilled-nursing setting.

The role involves preparing, administering, and recording various medications under supervision, with shift hours from 2:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. and a 1.0 FTE schedule.

Qualifications

• Wisconsin Nursing Assistant Certification and on the State Registry for Nursing Attendants.
• State of Wisconsin Medication Administration Certification.
• Criminal background check free of convictions in a formal caretaking setting.

Responsibilities

• Administer and document scheduled medications per LHCC policies.
• Maintain knowledge of medication actions and side effects for geriatric residents.
• Take vital signs and report significant changes to the Unit RN or LPN.
• Provide personal care including hygiene, bathing, and grooming.
• Assist with mobility, meals, and activities of daily living as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

2-3 years relevant experience

Job description

Salary

$21.13 - $28.06 Hourly

Location

Elkhorn, WI

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

2026-00062

Department

Lakeland Health Care Center

Division

Nursing

Opening Date

05/19/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

Description

Position Summary

An Equal Opportunity Employer

*** Please note that this position requires an active CNA on the Wisconsin State Nurse Aide Registry, along with completion of the medication aide program for passing medications in a skilled-nursing facility (not CBRF). ***

This position, under the supervision and direction of a licensed nurse, is responsible for preparing, administering, and recording specific oral, nasal, transdermal, rectal, inhalant and ophthalmic scheduled prn medications to the residents of Lakeland Health Care Center (LHCC).

SCHEDULE

Days: Varies

Work Hours: 2:30 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.

Hours Per Shift: 8

Shifts Per Pay Period: 10

Position FTE: 1.0

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

Maintain in-depth knowledge of medication actions, medication effects on body systems and side effects from medication in relation to geriatric residents.

Administer and document scheduled medications prescribed for routine administration according to established LHCC medication administration policies and procedures.

Understand and effectively carry out verbal and/or written instructions.

Recognize changes in residents’ conditions and effectively communicate those changes to the Unit RN or LPN.

Take and record resident’s blood pressure and pulse as scheduled and in conjunction with prescribed medication therapy and subsequently report any significant changes compared to the prior reading to the Unit RN or LPN.

Report changes in resident's physical and/or mental status to the Unit RN or LPN immediately.

Provide personal hygiene including oral care, bathing, hair shampooing, shaving, skin care, nail care, and hand washing as well as assisting with toileting including bowel and bladder retraining and perineal care.

Assist/perform resident mobility transfers, ambulation, position changes and range of motion.

Serve resident meals and assist resident during meals.

Interpret modified diet menus and prepare accordingly.

Clean and sanitize food preparation utensils, dishes, equipment and resident serving/dining areas.

Monitor refrigerators for proper labeling, dating, storing, rotating and use of foods.

Order food supplies from the main kitchen.

Employ appropriate assistive equipment such as gait belts, mechanical lifts and correct body mechanics when lifting, positioning and/or transferring residents and/or their belongings.

Document cares given such as temperature, pulse, respiration, weight, intake/output and ambulation on flow sheets, target behavior forms, nutritional intake sheets, and required electronic charting.

Assist residents in maintaining the cleanliness and neatness of resident's rooms including making beds and disposing of soiled linens and clothing.

Review Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Summary Cards for assigned residents daily and discuss suggested changes with Nurse Manager as needed as well as assist with pre-staffing information collection.

Help to establish/update plans of care (Kardex) for residents by communicating with the Unit Manager and members of the interdisciplinary team.

Use standard precautions for infection control as well as using isolation techniques, including the use of a particulate mask.

Perform simple treatments as assigned by the Unit RN or LPN within the limits of ability, training and guidelines of the Wisconsin Administrative Code Chapter HFS129.

Participate in at least twelve (12) hours each year of inservice education programs to increase knowledge and skills as requested to maintain certification on the Wisconsin State Registry as well as attend mandatory in-services.

Obtain four (4) hours of Certified Medication Assistant (CMA) in-service instruction per year.

Deliver care in compliance with the Resident Bill of Rights by maintaining confidential resident care information and respecting residents’ rights and privacy.

Assist with orientation of new CNAs on the unit as necessary.

Assist with CNA student clinical experience.

Communicate problems or concerns with team members to assure issues affecting resident care outcomes or general operations of the facility are handled efficiently.

Respond to emergency situations per LHCC Emergency Response Plan.

Respond to resident emergencies such as bleeding, falls, seizures and choking per policies and procedures.

Assist with post mortem care.

Assist with the admission of new residents.

Label residents’ personal items.

Participate in Quality Improvement activities.

Assist residents to get ready for medical appointments.

Assist residents to safely board the transportation vans. Monitor positioning and safety of residents during transport.

Assist residents at the appointment site. Upon return to the facility, assist resident back to their room and help with ADL’s, as needed.

Demonstrate a commitment to county safety and risk management efforts.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education And/or Experience

High school diploma or equivalent competencies, and two to three years of relevant prior experience. Knowledge of medical terminology and basic arithmetic skills is required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Ability to perform manual tasks associated with personal care of elderly.

Knowledge and understanding of Resident Bill of Rights.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Good oral and written communication skills.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations And Other Special Requirements

Wisconsin Nursing Assistant Certification, and on State Registry for Nursing Attendants.

State of Wisconsin Medication Administration Certification.

Criminal background check free of convictions of abuse of individuals or misappropriation of property while in a formal caretaking setting.

All staff of Lakeland Health Care Center may be called upon to respond to emergency situations assisting residents in their physical positioning.

All employees may be required to work overtime as determined by the department head.

Interactions & Communication

Responds to requests and initiates contacts to exchange basic or general information with others.

Decision Making

This position has authority to make decisions that are within detailed procedures and protocols and under close supervision. These decisions directly impact performance in the job and/or work unit within the department and information is provided to others for their decision-making.

Thinking & Problem Solving

In relation to established procedures, protocols and policies of the County, challenges of this position tend to be routine and primarily related to procedure and process issues.

Tools and Equipment Used

Telephone Scales Various Medical-Related Devices

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and fumes or airborne particles. The employee is frequently exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, risk of electrical shock, and risk of radiation. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Ability to constantly use bilateral upper extremities, above/below waist and above/below shoulder height.
• Ability to constantly walk and stand
• Ability to constantly use hands and fingers to manipulate objects or to tend to resident needs.
• Ability to constantly lift and move up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to frequently lift and move up to 75 pounds with aid of provided equipment, or a second person assist.
• Ability to frequently lift, push or pull 50 pounds unassisted with bending and twisting of trunk.
• Ability to communicate to residents using talking and hearing.
• Ability to identify resident care needs through hearing and seeing.

Constant means at least 2/3's of the shift.

Frequent means at least 1/3 of the shift.

Selection Process

Education & Experience Review

Verification of Licensure

Oral Department Interview

Reference Check

Background Check

Post Offer Physical Exam

Drug Screen

Other Job Related Tests May Be Required.

A final candidate for this position may request consideration for additional Scheduled Time Off (STO) based on five years or more of continuous related experience per Ord. Sec. 15-515 (e).

Walworth County Employee Benefit Summary

H - Non-Represented Hourly Employees

BARGAINING UNIT: Non-Represented Hourly Employees Hired on or after January 1, 2012

DATE: January 1, 2019

EMPLOYMENT STATUS: All employees of Walworth County are at-will employees.

BASIS OF PAYMENT: You are paid for actual hours worked plus pay for any accrued benefit time for which you are eligible. You are eligible for overtime or compensatory time in accordance with provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act.

SCHEDULED TIME OFF: Accrued based on straight-time hours paid each pay period. All accrued scheduled time off hours are available for use, subject to approval of your supervisor. As a full-time employee you earn scheduled time off (pro-rated for part-time) equivalent to the following:

• 10 days per year after 1 year of Walworth County Service.
• 15 days per year after 5 years of Walworth County Service.
• 20 days per year after 15 years of Walworth County Service.
• certain positions may be considered for additional Scheduled Time Off (STO) based on continuous related experience per Ord. Sec. 15-515 (e).

PERSONAL TIME OFF: Employees will receive 64 hours of personal time off as a lump sum at the beginning of each year (pro-rated for part-time and newly-hired employees). At the end of each calendar year, an employee may request to move remaining personal time off hours to the extended sick leave bank. If no request is made, any remaining hours shall be paid out on the employee's last pay date of the calendar year.

EXTENDED SICK LEAVE BANK: Used for time off of work for more serious health conditions that require three or more consecutive days off or when on an approved leave of absence.

HOLIDAYS: Ten paid holidays each year. As a part-time employee, you receive pro-rated holiday pay based on your positions budgeted FTE.

INSURANCE: Employees hired into a .75 FTE or higher position are eligible for Health, Dental, Life, Vision, Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability insurance benefits on the first of the month following 30 days of service provided you complete enrollment forms within 30 days of hire. Employees hired into a .50 FTE or higher position are eligible for all benefits listed below except Health insurance. Employees hired into a .49 FTE or less position are eligible to participate in Short-Term Disability only.

Health Insurance: You can choose Tier 1 or Tier 2. Tier 1 is a standard co-pay plan. Tier 2 is a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with a Health Savings Account (HSA). The County will contribute an amount approved by the County Board, payable as a lump sum to your HSA for Tier 2. You may also elect to contribute to your HSA up to the IRS maximum. You may elect either family or single coverage. The monthly premium will be split between the County and the employee.

Dental Insurance: You may elect either family or single coverage. The county shall pay 100% (single or family) of the premium for a full-time and 50% (single or family) of the premium for a part-time employee enrolled in dental insurance.

Life Insurance: The County provides you with term life insurance in an amount equal to $25,000. You have the option of purchasing additional coverage for yourself, spouse, and/or dependent children.

Short-Term Disability Insurance: The County provides you with Short-Term Disability Insurance with premiums paid by the employer.

LTD Insurance: The County provides you with Long-Term Disability Insurance. The monthly premium is 0.83% of your insured monthly wages. The County shall pay 67% of the premium & employee shall pay 33% of the premium.

Vision Insurance: You may elect to participate in Vision insurance. The employee electing coverage shall pay 100% (single or family) of the premium for vision insurance.

WISCONSIN RETIREMENT: You are covered under the Wisconsin Retirement System if you are expected to work a minimum of 1200 hours per year for a period of one year or more. The WRS provides you with separation, disability or retirement benefits upon termination. The payment is split between the county and employee, as prescribed by state law. Employees expected to work less than 1200 hours per year will not receive this benefit.

EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANCE: After completing 6 months of employment, you are eligible to participate in the Educational Assistance Program and receive partial reimbursement for tuition upon completion of approved courses.

TAX-SHELTERED BENEFITS: You may elect to participate in the following tax-sheltered benefits:

• Deferred Compensation (S457 plan)
• Medical Spending Account (S125 plan)
• Dependent Care Plan (S125 plan)
• Health Savings Account (S223 plan)

WORKERS COMPENSATION: You are covered by Workers Compensation for any illness or injury arising out of your employment. Medical expenses and compensation for lost time are paid from the workers' compensation plan. In addition, the County will supplement the workers' compensation lost-time payment for up to 1 year, making you whole on a "net-check" basis.

DIRECT DEPOSIT: You are required to participate in direct deposit of your paycheck to a banking institution of your choice.

EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM: You and your family are encouraged to use the Employee Assistance Program for help in addressing confidential family and financial matters. EAP services are provided through Curalinc. Please call 888-881-5462 for help.

BEREAVEMENT LEAVE: You will receive pay for up to 3 days for the purpose of bereavement over the death of your spouse, child, step-child, parent, step-parent, brother, sister, grandparent, grandchild, mother-in-law, father-in-law, or other member of the immediate household (excluding renters).

BEREAVEMENT LEAVE: You will receive up to 1 day of pay for the death of your brother-in-law, sister-in-law, son-in-law, daughter-in-law, aunt, uncle, niece or nephew.

JURY DUTY: Your regular wages will be made-whole for any time you are required to serve on jury duty.

MILITARY LEAVE: Your regular wages will be made-whole for up to two weeks for you to meet your annual two-week reserve duty obligation. Extended military leaves are provided in accordance with state and federal laws.

LEAVE OF ABSENCE: You are required to request a leave of absence in writing and a minimum of 15 calendar days prior to your expected absence. All leaves are subject to approval of the Human Resources Department and are at the discretion of the County's representative, except as otherwise required by law. Under emergency situations, the leave papers must be submitted within 5 days after the absence begins. Periods of absence less than 5 days may be approved by your department head.

Note: This Summary provides only a brief outline of your benefits. All benefit terms and conditions are subject to the specific provisions of plan documents, policies, and/or legal rules and regulations. These benefits are subject to change from time to time by action of the County Board and/or Human Resources Committee.

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Are you currently listed on the Wisconsin Nurse Aide Registry as having completed a medication aide program that qualifies you to pass medications in a skilled nursing facility (not a CBRF)?

• Yes
• No

Employer Walworth County

Address P.O. Box 1001

100 W. Walworth Street

Elkhorn, Wisconsin, 53121

Phone [phone]

Website http://www.co.walworth.wi.us