Evening CMA: Safe Med Admin & Resident Care

Valley Vista for Nursing and Rehabilitation; Newton (IA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Telemedicine program

EAP

Job summary

Valley Vista for Nursing and Rehabilitation in Newton, IA seeks a Certified Medication Aide to join our skilled nursing facility. The role focuses on safely administering prescribed medications, verifying resident identity, and documenting all actions in compliance with healthcare regulations.

Responsibilities include monitoring residents, taking vital signs, and assisting with direct care while maintaining accurate medication records and inventory.

Qualifications

• Completion of a state-approved CNA program.
• Successful completion of CMA course per state requirements.

Responsibilities

• Verify resident identity before administering medications and document all details, including drug name, dosage, and time.
• Administer medications as prescribed and monitor residents for any adverse reactions, reporting concerns as needed.
• Take vital signs and assess residents' responses to medications.
• Document reasons for any medications not administered.
• Assist with direct resident care, including bathing, dressing, feeding, and supporting examinations or treatments.
• Receive, prepare, and distribute medications per physician orders.
• Maintain and restock medication inventories as necessary.

Education

Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) certification

Certified Medication Aide (CMA) certification

Job description

Valley Vista for Nursing and Rehabilitation in Newton, IA seeks a Certified Medication Aide to join our skilled nursing facility. The role focuses on safely administering prescribed medications, verifying resident identity, and documenting all actions in compliance with healthcare regulations.

Responsibilities include monitoring residents, taking vital signs, and assisting with direct care while maintaining accurate medication records and inventory.