Certified Medication Aide

Clover Ridge Place • Maquoketa, IA

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About The Position

Jaybird Senior Living is seeking a compassionate, detail-oriented Certified Medication Aide to join its senior living community. The role provides prescribed medications and treatments, supports resident care, and helps maintain a safe, comfortable, clean, and welcoming environment. The aide documents medications, monitors residents’ conditions, reports changes to healthcare staff, and assists with vital signs, lab collections, and follow-up communications with families and providers. The position also supports residents with daily living activities and partners with the Healthcare Coordinator in staff training, documentation, and incident reporting. The aide is expected to respond promptly and compassionately to resident and visitor needs.

Jaybird Senior Living describes its communities as providing seniors with care, freedom, and support in an environment intended to help residents live with confidence and purpose. The company says it has worked to create a culture where staff can innovate and grow since 2004.

Requirements

• Certified Medication Aide (CMA) certification in good standing.
• At least 6 months of caregiving experience; experience with seniors is preferred.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to meet physical requirements, including lifting up to 50 lbs. and supporting resident mobility.
• Commitment to confidentiality, HIPAA compliance, and resident well-being.

Nice To Haves

• Caregiving experience with seniors.

Responsibilities

• Administer prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with nursing standards.
• Document medications, monitor resident condition, and report changes to healthcare staff.
• Assist with vital signs, lab collections, and follow-up communications with families and providers.
• Support residents with daily living activities, including bathing, dressing, meals, and mobility.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for residents.
• Partner with the Healthcare Coordinator (HCC) in staff training, documentation, and incident reporting.
• Respond promptly to resident and visitor needs with professionalism and compassion.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and bonus opportunities.
• Health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• 401(k) with match.
• Paid time off.
• Flexible hours.
• Employee assistance program.
• On-demand pay.
• Career growth opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed