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Iowa Department of Administrative Services Certified Medication Aide - Full Time, Iowa Veterans Home in Marshalltown, Iowa
Certified Medication Aide - Full Time, Iowa Veterans Home
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Certified Medication Aide - Full Time, Iowa Veterans Home
Salary
$38,459.20 - $56,201.60 Annually
Location
Marshalltown - 50158 - Marshall County, IA
Job Type
Full-time
Job Number
25-00747
Agency
671 Iowa Department of Veterans Affairs - Veterans Home
Opening Date
10/03/2024
Closing Date
12/2/2024 11:59 PM Central
LinkedIn Tag
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Point of Contact
ivhrecruitmentandretention@ivh.state.ia.us
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Job Description
Join our team now for a $500 Recruitment payment for full time positions as well as $500 quarterly CMA retention payment.
The Iowa Veterans Home is a long-term care facility, located in Marshalltown, Iowa, with the mission of providing exceptional resident-centered care and the highest quality of life to Iowa’s Veterans and spouses.
This position starts at $19.43 per hour with an additional $0.75 when passing medications.
The Iowa Veterans Home has openings for full time Certified Medication Aides with options to work:
3 day work week; 14-hours either 6 a.m.- 8:30 p.m. OR 3:45 p.m.-6:15 a.m.; working 1 out of 4 weekends
8-hours on evening shift (2 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.); working every other weekend
10-hours on night shift (8:15 p.m. – 6:15 a.m.); working every other weekend
Weekend package shift options are available with retention payments up to $5,000 paid out over 26 pay periods. Lodging and meals available upon request.
Must be a Certified Nursing Aide with Medication Aide Certificate. Applicant will pass medications as indicated on MAR and perform basic personal care of residents following a plan of care developed by the primary nurse to meet the resident care needs. Will complete documentation and sign off in resident charts and care plans.
What we offer as a full time Iowa Veterans Home employee:
Team oriented, positive work environment
Opportunity for professional growth and development
Paid time off (sick leave and vacation) plus nine paid holidays per year
Medical and Dental Insurance Benefits:
Monthly optional Medical Insurance Premium (Iowa Choice*) for 2024:
Single: $61/mo = employee share; $818/mo = state share
Family: $205/mo = employee share; $1,854/mo = state share
- National Choice option also available
Monthly optional Dental Insurance Premium for 2024:
Single: Free
Family: $46
Optional flexible spending accounts for health and dental expenses, and dependent care
$20,000 basic life insurance at no cost
Exceptional retirement package: IPERS (Iowa Public Employee Retirement System)
Optional 401(a) Plan with employee contribution: The State makes match contributions into the employee’s selection of investments in a 401(a) employer match account. The match is $1 for every $1 contributed up to a $75 monthly maximum.
Lactation rooms throughout our campus
Wellness Program: Onsite fitness center available to staff 24/7 for only $36 per year
Annual flu vaccine is available free of charge to all staff
**All applicants are subject to a Criminal Background Check Dependent Adult Abuse and Child Abuse Check.
Minimum Qualification Requirements
No specific education or experience is required.
For additional information, please click on thislink to view the job description (https://das.iowa.gov/sites/default/files/hr/documents/class_and_pay/JobClassDescriptions/ResidentTreatmentWorker-03201.pdf) .
Additional Qualification Requirements
Designated positions in this job class require applicants to obtain the required Commercial Drivers License or Chauffeurs License and endorsements within a period of time as determined by the appointing authority at the time of hire.
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We are proud to offer the Iowa Public Employees Retirement System (IPERS). A defined benefit plan, IPERS benefits are guaranteed for life, meaning once you retire, you will receive the same monthly benefit for the remainder of your life (once vested). We invest in your long-term financial well-being, so you can retire with peace of mind.Click here to learn more about IPERS (https://ipers.org/members) .
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671 Iowa Department of Veterans Affairs - Veterans Home
Address
1301 Summit St
Marshalltown, Iowa, 50158
Website
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