Certified Medication Assistant, FT Days

About the Role

The Certified Medication Assistant (CMA) provides resident-centered nursing care and daily living assistance under the supervision of a charge nurse.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver age-appropriate care related to the physical and psychological needs of residents as per the plan of care.
• Provide assistance with basic health care needs and daily living activities, including bathing, toileting, grooming, dressing/undressing.
• Obtain and record vital signs.
• Provide psycho-social support and personal care to assigned residents.
• Assist residents with transfers, re-positioning, and walking using appropriate techniques and equipment.
• Provide range of motion and passive exercises.
• Complete tasks related to food preparation and dining, creating a positive dining experience.
• Assist residents with meals, snacks, water, and supplements.
• Administer prescribed medications as delegated by a licensed nurse and within the scope of practice.
• Document outcomes related to resident care, medication administration, behavior, activity, and dietary.
• Communicate changing conditions, medication follow-up, and care-related concerns/responses to the charge nurse.
• Collect non-invasive body fluid specimens.
• Provide housekeeping and laundry services.
• Provide assistance and documentation with wellness and recreational programs, encouraging resident participation.
• May participate in departmental/organization committees and task forces.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Active Nebraska Med Aide 40 hour and CNA license required at time of hire.
• State required certified/trained medication aide certification (CMA or TMA).
• Active certified nursing assistant registration in the state of practice, or ability to obtain within 120 days.
• Satisfactorily completes yearly department-specific competency testing.
• Maintains a record of continuing education credits, with a minimum of 12 hours required annually.
• Maintains all department-specific required certifications.
• When applicable, may need a valid driver's license and auto insurance.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or general equivalency diploma (GED) preferred, but not required.
• Minimum age of 18 preferred.
• Prior clinical or nursing assistant experience in long-term care preferred.

State-Specific Requirements

• Iowa: Require Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification with the State Board of Nursing. Successful completion of a state-approved Certified Medication Aide/Assistant course once CNA certification is obtained.
• Minnesota: Must have nursing assistant certification, have completed the 75-hour course and be registered with the Minnesota Nursing Assistant Registry. Successful completion of a state-approved Trained Medication Assistant course.
• North Dakota: Require Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification with the State Board of Nursing. Successful completion of a state-approved Certified Medication Aide/Assistant course once CNA certification is obtained. If working in an Assisted Living or Basic Care facility, Medication Assistant I certification required. If working in a skilled nursing facility, Medication Assistant II certification is required.
• South Dakota: Must successfully complete the state-approved Certified Medication Aide (CMA) course. CMA certification must be maintained with the State Board of Nursing.

Additional Information

• Shift: 8 Hours - Day Shifts
• Job Schedule: Full time
• Weekly Hours: 40.00
• Salary Range: $18.50 - $28.00
• $7,500 Sign On Bonus Available!
• Shift Details: 6:00 am – 2:00 pm; Every other weekend and holiday rotation required.