Certified Medication Aide (CMA) Full-time
Care Initiatives•Cedar Rapids, IA
•Onsite
About The Position
Heritage Specialty Care, a 171-bed long-term care skilled nursing community located in Cedar Rapids, IA, is now hiring a Certified Medication Aide (CMA). This is a full-time position with shifts available for days and evenings. Care Initiatives is seeking dedicated and empathetic caregivers to join their compassionate care team across more than 40 skilled nursing communities throughout Iowa. This role offers an opportunity 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 by administering medications 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
- Competitive Compensation
- medical
- dental
- vision
- 401(k)
- PTO
- Referral Bonus Program
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Digital Wallet Access
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
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