Certified Medication Aide (CMA)
How this pay compares
This posting states $22–$28 an hour. Open medication aide jobs in Iowa post a median of $21.13 an hour, the middle half $19–$23.39, across 16 jobs that state their pay, so this one is above the middle half of what they post. Medication aides employed in Iowa earn a median of $18.92 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
Workplace injuries
Hiawatha Care Center in Hiawatha reported 10 work injuries and illnesses to OSHA for 2025 over 258,901 hours worked: 7.7 per 100 full-time workers, against 5.2 per 100 full-time workers at nursing homesnationwide. With its hours, the best estimate leaning on similar sites is 7.3 per 100 full-time workers. None describe violence by a patient, resident or client in the case's own words. This is the employer's own report. Workplace injuries by employer.
Staffing at Hiawatha Care Center, by Medicare's record
One nurse aide on duty for every 12.9 residents at an average hour (Iowa's middle home: 9.6); 33% of its nursing staff left in a year (Iowa: 41.7%); Medicare staffing rating 1 of 5; no Medicare fine in the past three years. From what the home reports to Medicare from its payroll (Oct 2026); day shifts have more aides than nights. Its staffing in full.
What Iowa requires of a certified nursing assistant
Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) on the Iowa Direct Care Worker Registry, from the Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing (DIAL).
- Training: at least 75 hours, 30 of them supervised clinical practice.
- Exam: Written and skills competency tests taken after the course (written test about $60, skills about $115).
CNA and patient care technician jobs in our research
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- Applicant demand per open job on this site (1.00x is the average job): Index 1.97x · Clicks 121
- How often these jobs state their pay: Jobs stating any pay 48.4% · Stating an hourly rate 47.4%
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About the job
Hiawatha Care Center is actively hiring a Certified Medication Aide (CMA) to safely administer medications and support resident care. The Certified Medication Aide (CMA) plays a key role in medication accuracy, resident safety, and daily clinical support. As a Certified Medication Aide (CMA), you will work closely with nursing staff to ensure medications are delivered correctly and on time.
What We Offer
Compensation: $22 - $28 per hour
Additional Pay
- Eligible for an additional $5 per hour worked on Saturday and Sunday (Weekend Bonus)
Benefits
- Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Schedule and Employment Type
- Full-Time Position
Key Responsibilities
- Administer medications as the Certified Medication Aide (CMA) in accordance with state regulations and physician orders
- Observe residents for medication effectiveness and potential adverse reactions
- Accurately document medication administration and report concerns promptly
- Communicate resident condition changes to nursing staff
- Follow medication safety, infection control, and documentation standards
- Support nursing staff with routine clinical tasks as assigned
Qualifications
- Must hold a current Iowa State CMA certification. Medication Manager Certificates and Medical Assistant certifications are not accepted or recognized for this position.
- Knowledge of medication administration procedures and safety protocols
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
If you are a Certified Medication Aide (CMA) who takes pride in supporting safe and accurate medication administration, apply today to join our Hiawatha Care Center team.
From Hiawatha Care Center's job posting, checked 12 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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About Hiawatha Care Center
Hiawatha Care Center is a 109 (source: Medicare Care Compare: Hiawatha Care Center)-bed nursing home in Hiawatha, IA, certified by Medicare and Medicaid. Its job board posts jobs for nurses and nursing assistants. Source: Medicare Care Compare: Hiawatha Care Center
Based in Hiawatha, IAHires in IowaPay on its listings: 85.7% of its open jobs state an hourly rate
More open jobs at Hiawatha Care Center
- Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)$88,000–$100,000/yr
- Medical Records$15/hr
- Medication Aide$20–$22/hr
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)$20–$22/hr
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)$35–$39.50/hr
- Registered Nurse (RN)$40–$44.50/hr
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