Long Term Care CMA Night Shift

Certified Medication Aide (CMA)

Heritage Grove Estates | Topeka, Kansas

At Heritage Grove Estates, joining our team means becoming part of a community that values compassionate care, teamwork, and the important contributions our employees make every day.

Our Certified Medication Aides play an essential role in supporting both the clinical needs and daily quality of life of our residents. You will work closely with licensed nurses, CNAs, and other members of the interdisciplinary team to provide safe, respectful, and resident-centered care.

Supportive, team-oriented work environment Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement Leadership that values and supports staff Meaningful work where you can make a difference every day Opportunity to expand your experience in senior living and skilled nursing

Heritage Grove Estates is seeking dependable, compassionate, and resident-focused Certified Medication Aides (CMAs) to join our nursing team.

The Certified Medication Aide is responsible for assisting with medication administration within their authorized scope of practice and under appropriate licensed nursing supervision. In addition to medication responsibilities, the CMA provides direct resident care and assists with activities of daily living to promote resident comfort, dignity, independence, and overall well-being.

This position requires strong attention to detail, effective communication, and a commitment to medication safety. The CMA works collaboratively with licensed nursing staff and other interdisciplinary team members to ensure each resident receives individualized, high-quality care.

• Administer medications within the CMA's authorized scope of practice and under appropriate licensed nursing supervision
• Follow provider orders, medication administration records (MARs), and established facility procedures
• Follow established medication administration procedures and appropriate medication-safety practices
• Accurately document medications administered according to facility requirements
• Report medication concerns, refusals, omissions, errors, or other medication-related issues immediately to the supervising licensed nurse
• Observe residents for potential changes or concerns following medication administration and report findings to licensed nursing staff
• Maintain appropriate security and handling of medications in accordance with facility procedures
• Follow established procedures related to medication storage, documentation, and accountability
• Communicate medication-related questions or concerns to the supervising licensed nurse

• Assist residents with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, personal hygiene, and feeding
• Assist with resident mobility, transfers, ambulation, positioning, and repositioning according to individualized care plans
• Provide toileting and incontinence care while maintaining resident dignity and privacy
• Assist residents during meals and provide feeding assistance as needed
• Respond promptly and professionally to resident call lights and requests for assistance
• Encourage residents to maintain the highest practical level of independence
• Provide care in accordance with individualized resident preferences and established plans of care
• Help maintain resident comfort, cleanliness, and safety throughout the shift

• Obtain and document vital signs and other assigned measurements as appropriate
• Observe residents for changes in physical condition, behavior, cognition, mood, appetite, mobility, or overall well-being
• Promptly report changes in resident condition to the supervising licensed nurse
• Communicate clearly with nursing staff regarding resident needs and concerns
• Participate in shift communication and resident-care updates as appropriate
• Communicate professionally and respectfully with residents, families, visitors, and interdisciplinary team members

• Complete medication and resident-care documentation accurately and within established time frames
• Follow individualized resident care plans and nursing instructions
• Maintain accurate documentation of care and services provided
• Communicate incomplete care, resident refusals, or identified concerns to the supervising nurse
• Collaborate with RNs, LPNs, CNAs, therapy, dietary, activities, and other team members to support continuity of care
• Maintain confidentiality of resident health information and records

• Treat every resident with compassion, dignity, patience, and respect
• Protect resident privacy and confidentiality
• Promote resident choice, independence, preferences, and individuality
• Maintain appropriate professional boundaries
• Support a resident-centered environment where residents feel safe, respected, and cared for
• Immediately report concerns involving resident safety, abuse, neglect,…