Certified Medication Aide (CMA)
Care Initiatives•La Porte City, IA
•Onsite
About The Position
LA Porte City Specialty Care, a 46-bed long-term care skilled nursing community located in La Porte City, IA, is now hiring a Certified Medication Aide (CMA). This role is part-time with shifts available from 5:45 am to 2 pm or 2 pm to 10 pm. The position offers a competitive hourly rate plus a shift differential. Care Initiatives is seeking dedicated and empathetic caregivers to make a meaningful impact on the lives of others during their healthcare journey.
Requirements
- Active Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) certification in the state of Iowa, or the ability to activate certification.
- Valid certification as a Medication Aide. Medication Aide must be valid within the state of Iowa, or ability to activate.
- Strong commitment to resident care, professionalism, and teamwork.
- Compassionate, patient, and respectful demeanor.
Responsibilities
- Support daily living activities, including bathing, dressing, grooming, eating, and passing medications.
- Deliver emotional support and provide companionship while fostering a positive and engaging environment.
- Provide health monitoring and conducting routine vital checks.
- Interact and communicate with residents, families, as well as the healthcare team.
- Encourage and facilitate resident recreational and therapeutic activities to enhance health and daily routines.
- Adhere to infection control protocols to ensure a clean and safe environment for safety.
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- 403(b) retirement savings plan
- PTO
- Referral Bonus Program
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Digital Wallet Access
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
