Certified Medication Aide CMA - Evening Shift / Omaha, NE

Ovation•Omaha, NE

20d•Onsite

About The Position

At Ovation Heartwood Preserve, the Certified Medication Aide supports the health, comfort, and daily well-being of Assisted Living residents. The role safely administers medications, builds trusted relationships with residents, works closely with the care team, and helps maintain a calm, supportive environment. The CMA assists with medication administration under the supervision of a licensed nurse, ensuring correct medications, dosages, timing, and documentation. The position also provides basic nursing and personal care, monitors residents’ well-being, responds to their needs, and communicates changes or concerns to the supervising nurse. Evening and night shifts are available. The first week of training and orientation is completed on day shifts. Full-time and part-time schedules are available, including every other weekend.

Requirements

Experience as a Certified Medication Aide in a skilled nursing, memory care, and/or assisted living facility.
Active Certified Medication Aide license in the state where the position is held.
Ability to obtain and maintain active CPR/First Aid certification during employment.
Experience with electronic medical records documentation.
Must be at least 18 years old.
Friendly, attentive, and professional demeanor with residents and guests.

Responsibilities

Administer prescribed oral and topical medications under the supervision of a licensed nurse, ensuring the correct medication, dosage, and time.
Accurately document medication administration, dosage, timing, and resident responses, and maintain medication records.
Report adverse reactions, side effects, changes in resident condition, and other concerns to the supervising nurse.
Assist residents with activities of daily living, including hygiene, dressing, feeding, and mobility.
Provide personal care, including bathing, grooming, and toileting.
Monitor vital signs and report changes to the supervising nurse.
Promote resident safety and comfort, answer call lights, and respond promptly to resident needs.
Maintain a clean and organized environment and follow established healthcare standards and practices.
Communicate effectively with residents, family members, and staff.
Assist with other nursing tasks as assigned by the supervising nurse.
Participate in staff meetings and continuing education.
Maintain confidentiality of resident information.
Perform other duties as assigned by the manager or supervisor.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage, including Regence medical plans (PPO and HDHP), Delta Dental with orthodontia, and VSP vision.
Employee Assistance Program offering confidential support for mental health, stress, family needs, and work/life balance.
Flexible paid time off combining vacation, sick, and holiday time.
Six recognized paid holidays, with premium pay for eligible hourly employees.
401(k) retirement plan available after 90 days, with discretionary employer match.
Health Savings Account, with employer contributions up to $600 per year for HDHP participants.
Flexible Spending Accounts for medical, limited-purpose, dependent care, and commuter expenses.
Supplemental insurance options, including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, life, and disability coverage.
Legal insurance.
Discounted pet insurance.
Employee discounts on travel, entertainment, electronics, fitness, and more.