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Certified Medication Aide (Weekends)

Legend Senior Living®, Lawrence, KS, United States


Certified Medication Aide
We are looking for outstanding individuals to join the nursing team as a Certified Medication Aide (C.M.A.). You will make a difference in the lives of residents by coordinating their medication administration and assisting them with activities of daily living.

Schedule: Every other weekend.

Job Highlights
Our organization is a certified Great Place To Work, recognized for seven consecutive years. We offer a supportive and growth-oriented environment for our associates.

Responsibilities

Administer medication for all assigned residents.

Assist with the daily care of residents, including personal care, grooming, hygiene, housekeeping, laundering, social interactions, and meals.

Monitor residents’ physical and emotional comfort and respond as needed.

Document completed tasks such as daily shift reports, resident records, and negotiated service agreements.

Confidentially communicate clearly with other staff about urgent needs for the next shift and all concerns to the Health Care Director.

Demonstrate the ability to manage assigned tasks within the scheduled shift.

Requirements

Certification to pass medications (CMA) as required by state regulations.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision offerings (for benefit eligible associates).

Company-Paid Life Insurance coverage of $30,000.

Voluntary benefits including: Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, Legal/Identity Theft, and Disability insurance (for benefit eligible associates).

401(k) program with discretionary company match.

Competitive Paid Time Off (for full-time associates).

Holiday pay.

Discretionary scholarship program.

Annual performance evaluations and raises.

Bonus Opportunities

Perfect attendance bonus – $75 for full-time (up to $1,950 annually) and $35 for part-time (up to $910 annually).

Shift differential – $1+ per hour depending on location and shift assignment.

Employee referrals.

Employee of the month/year.

Resident tour (move-in).

Why we should be your "home away from home"

Work environment focuses on maximizing the potential of every life we touch, creating an elegant community where residents receive the highest standards of quality service, environment, and care, including holistic wellness, Gold Leaf Dining standards, and vibrant Life Enrichment activities.

Associate support available: Work friend trainer, employee assistance program, crisis care assistance, paid-time-off donations, continuing education opportunities, appreciation/sympathy gifts, family member discount.

Associate growth opportunities: In addition to competitive pay, hundreds of associates are promoted each year; we conduct annual performance evaluations with raises.

Company snapshot: Legend has been a family business for 30 years and is adding multiple properties each year. Our awards include Great Place To Work, Best of Senior Living Award, and Innovative Programming in Senior Living.

Legend Senior Living is a drug-free workplace and will conduct drug screening at the company’s discretion. This position may require working evenings and weekends as needed. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

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