Compassionate Medication Aide for Resident Care

Aperion Care; Hanover Township (IN); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 2,617,000; Full time

Job summary

Aperion Care in Indiana is seeking a Qualified Medication Aide (QMA) to support nursing and medical staff in resident care. Responsibilities include taking vital signs, administering medications as ordered, and maintaining HIPAA compliance.

The role requires a valid QMA certificate in good standing and at least one year of long-term care experience; incumbents may perform CNAs duties when not administering medications.

Qualifications

• QMA certificate in good standing on file with the appropriate Department of Health.
• One year experience in long-term care setting desired.

Responsibilities

• Obtain and record patients' vital signs and weight.
• Administer and document medications per physician orders.
• Follow HIPAA privacy and confidentiality rules and safety protocols.
• Provide direct resident care and function as a CNA when not administering medications.
• Develop professional relationships with residents, visitors and coworkers.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Vital signs monitoring

CNA familiarity

Medication administration

Education

QMA certificate in good standing

CNA certificate

Job description

Aperion Care in Indiana is seeking a Qualified Medication Aide (QMA) to support nursing and medical staff in resident care. Responsibilities include taking vital signs, administering medications as ordered, and maintaining HIPAA compliance.

The role requires a valid QMA certificate in good standing and at least one year of long-term care experience; incumbents may perform CNAs duties when not administering medications.