Medication Aide

Ahoskie Health and Rehabilitation Center; Ahoskie (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Ahoskie Health and Rehabilitation Center is seeking a detail-oriented Certified Medication Aide (CMA) to safely administer medications and support resident care under nursing supervision. This role offers full-time, part-time, and all-shifts opportunities.

You will verify resident identity, document administrations, monitor medications, and assist with CNA duties as needed. Strong communication, reliability, and adherence to policies are essential in this supportive, team-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• Current CMA certification
• Current CNA certification
• Active CPR certification
• Clear and professional communication
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Dependable, organized and team-oriented
• Ability to work independently under clinical direction

Responsibilities

• Prepare, administer, and document medications as ordered
• Verify resident identity prior to administration
• Observe residents to ensure medications are taken as directed
• Accurately document medication administration and any refusals or concerns
• Monitor medication supplies and report needs to nursing leadership
• Maintain accurate narcotic counts and report discrepancies immediately
• Report medication errors or adverse reactions promptly
• Follow facility policies, procedures, and state regulations
• Assist with CNA duties as needed

Job description

Ahoskie Health and Rehabilitation Center -

Certified Medication Aide (CMA)

Full-Time | Part-Time | All Shifts Available

We are seeking a detail-oriented and dependable Certified Medication Aide (CMA) to safely administer medications and support resident care under the direction of nursing leadership. This role is critical to resident safety, accuracy, and overall quality of care.

If you are organized, calm under pressure, and committed to doing things the right way, this is a great opportunity to join a supportive care team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, administer, and document medications as ordered by the physician


• Verify resident identity prior to medication administration


• Observe residents to ensure medications are taken as directed


• Accurately document medication administration and any refusals or concerns


• Monitor medication supplies and report needs to nursing leadership


• Maintain accurate narcotic counts and report discrepancies immediately


• Report medication errors or adverse reactions promptly


• Follow facility policies, procedures, and state regulations


• Assist with CNA duties as needed and within scope

Qualifications

• Current Certified Medication Aide (CMA) certification


• Current Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification


• Active CPR certification


• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally


• Strong attention to detail and accuracy


• Dependable, organized, and team-oriented


• Ability to work independently while following clinical direction

Physical Requirements

• Standing and walking for extended periods


• Lifting, pushing, or pulling residents or equipment as needed


• Bending, stooping, and reaching


• Reasonable accommodations may be provided.

Why Join Us

• Meaningful, resident-focused work


• Supportive nursing leadership


• Training and ongoing education provided


• Team-oriented work environment