Certified Medication Aide/QMA

Company: Otterbein SeniorLife
Location: North Olmsted
Posted on: February 16, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Now Offering DailyPay Overview: A Certified Medication Aide administers medications to residents/elders in a nursing home under direction of a licensed nurse. The Certified Medication Aide works as a Certified Nursing Assistant - CNA/STNA when Certified Medication Aide duties are completed or not needed. At Otterbein, you are not an "employee." You are a partner in caring because we are all partners working together for a goal. We believe in person-centered care that honors the residents and the choices they make. That are dedicated to providing the highest level of compassionate, quality care at our Communities or our small house neighborhoods. Join our team of Partners who are talented, kind, wise, funny, spirited, generous, endearing, and so much more. Shifts: Full Time 3p-11p Key Responsibilities of position are below: Prepare and administer medication as ordered by physician: oral and topical medications nasal drops and sprays ointments to eyes, ears or nose inhalants delivered by inhalers, nebulizers or aerosols that allow for a single dose of a fixed, premeasured amount of mediation rectal and vaginal medications Administer previously ordered pro re nata (PRN) medication only if authorization is obtained from the licensed nurse on duty or on call. Document in a resident's clinical record: All medications that the Certified Medication Aide personally administered Observations including what the Certified Medication Aide sees, hears or smells Any information that is reported to the Certified Medication Aide by the resident. Report to the licensed nurse: Any abnormalities that would prohibit medication administration. Any reactions and side effects to medications exhibited by a resident. any refusal of a resident to comply with medication administration Perform Treatments. Count, administer and document-controlled substances. Provide direct nursing care to the elders and residents as a Certified Nursing Assistant - CNA/STNA when not needed to perform Certified Medication Aide duties. Perform other duties as assigned. Special Skills and Requirements Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action. Ability to be flexible and adapt quickly to change. Must be detailed oriented and have excellent literacy and writing, documentation, communications and interpersonal abilities. Must be able to cope with mental and emotional stress related to working with persons who are ill, disabled, elderly and/or emotionally upset. Must be able to communicate in English (speak, hear, write). Qualifications: Licensure/Certification: Current OH Certified Medication Aide Certification, CMA Current, active OH Certified Nursing Assistant CNA/STNA Certification. Must be on the Ohio Nurse Aide Registry. Education: High school diploma desired Experience with Electronic Medical Records; PCC experience highly preferred Licensure: Ohio active CMA (Certified Medication Aide) certification, CPR and active Certified Nursing Assistant - CNA/STNA certification. Experience: At least 12 months of direct care as a Certified Nursing Assistant - CNA/STNA practice desired; long term care experience preferred. BENEFITS* Medical insurance with free virtual doctor visits Vision and dental insurance Paid Time off that accrues immediately Paid Holidays Life insurance Retirements Savings with a 401(k) or 403(b) with company match Access up to 100% of your net earned based wages daily through DailyPay Employee sponsored fund for employees in need Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Tuition Assistance *Some benefits are based on hours worked Why work for Otterbein SeniorLife: For more than 100 years, Otterbein has provided senior housing options rooted in respect and community. We're a non-profit 501(c)(3) health and human service organization, so our values and initiatives are focused on serving our residents. Otterbein SeniorLife consists of lifestyle communities, revolutionary small house neighborhoods, home health, and hospice care in Ohio and Indiana. We offer different lifestyle options for seniors through independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, rehab, memory support, respite care, in-home care, and hospice services. Follow your passion and apply today to begin a meaningful career as a Certified Medication Aide at Otterbein Sunset House!

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