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Certified Medication Aide
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A Medication Aide or Technician provides medication to patients in long-term care and skilled nursing facilities. This role provides one pathway into licensed nursing training. May help measure and record vital signs, and assist in activities of daily living (ADLS).
$39,767 / year median in Idaho
+23% projected growth
Job Description
Certified Medication Aide Sunny Ridge Nampa, ID Job Details Full-time 6 hours ago Benefits Health savings account Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Referral program Qualifications CPR Certification BLS Certification High school diploma or GED Certified Medication Aide Full Job Description Sunny Ridge - Nampa, Idaho Certified Medication Aide - Full Time Nights 2-10pm Sunny Ridge is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation community where compassionate care and professional growth go hand in hand. We proudly serve residents who depend on us for both long-term and short-term care, andwe'realways interested in connecting with dedicated professionals who share our commitment to excellence. Ifyou'relooking for a workplace with a supportive team, appreciative residents, and opportunities to grow your career, Sunny Ridge may be the right fit for you. What you'll do: Maintain medication carts and supplies; monitor inventory and reorder as needed Accurately document all administrations in the Electronic Medication Administration Record (eMAR) system Administer medications in accordance with physician orders and resident care plans Observe residents and promptly report changes, concerns, or needs to licensed nursing staff or appropriate department leaders Perform additional duties as assigned to support resident care and team operations What we offer: Competitive hourly paybased on experience 401(k) with company match Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options Generouspaidtime off(PTO) What we're looking for: Read, analyze, and interpret basic scientific and technical information in English Communicate clearly and effectively in spoken English Perform basic math, including calculations with standard and weight measurements Demonstrate empathy and strong customer service skills High school diploma or equivalent required Current Certified Medication Aide (CMA) certification required Long-term care or geriatric experience preferred Current CPR certification required Ability to lift, push, or pull 50-100 lbs. and assist with resident handling Ability to stand for extended periods and work in environments with exposure to body fluids and communicable diseases Why us: Our Certified Medication Aide's care for a geriatric population that depends on consistent, knowledgeable, and compassionate care. We value teamwork, respect, and professional development-andwe'reproud of the supportive environmentwe'vebuilt. If you're a CMA who takes pride in providing quality care and wants to be part of a supportive, people-first team, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today - we're actively interviewing.