Compassionate Medication Technician & QMAP (Senior Living)

WSLM Recruiting; Nevada; On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Hotel discounts

Health insurance

HSA options

PTO / Vacation

Dental & Vision

Supplemental benefits

Job summary

Western States Lodging and Management is seeking a compassionate Medication Technician / QMAP to support our senior living residents with medication administration, personal care, and daily wellness tasks. You’ll work under a Licensed Nurse in a resident-centered team focused on dignity and safety.

Ideal candidates will have CNA or Caregiver certification, relevant medication training, and 0–1 year experience.

Qualifications

• Current CNA or Caregiver Certification in the state you are applying in (if applicable).
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Completion of a Certified Medication Technician program, QMAP or equivalent medication training according regulations in the state you are applying in.
• 0–1 year of caregiving, medication administration, senior living, or related experience preferred.
• Basic understanding of medical terminology and care procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to accurately follow medication and care instructions.
• Compassionate, patient-centered approach to working with seniors.
• Ability to communicate effectively with residents, families, supervisors, nurses, and coworkers.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Willingness to work with elderly residents and support their physical, emotional, and social well-being.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods and perform physical tasks including pushing, pulling, bending, stooping, twisting, reaching, lifting, and assisting with resident transfers.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications as ordered by physicians and under the direction of a Licensed Nurse, including oral medications, inhalers, eye and ear drops, topical medications, and liquid or solid medications.
• Complete treatments and care tasks within the scope of your training and authorization.
• Assist residents with activities of daily living, including personal care, bathing, grooming, and other needs while promoting independence and dignity.
• Monitor residents and promptly report significant changes in condition or concerns to nursing staff.
• Accurately document medication administration, services provided, and resident responses.
• Provide skin care and change simple dressings for non-infected chronic or postoperative conditions.
• Assist with transfers and other physical care needs as appropriate.
• Provide companionship, emotional support, and compassionate care to residents.
• Maintain resident privacy, confidentiality, and rights at all times.
• Follow all community standards for safety, sanitation, hygiene, appearance, and health.
• Work closely with residents, families, visitors, nurses, and other associates to provide consistent, high-quality care.
• Perform other reasonable duties delegated by a Licensed Nurse.

Skills

Medication administration

Caregiving

Teamwork

Communication

Attention to detail

Compassionate care

Education

CNA Certification (state)

High School Diploma

Medication Technician (QMAP) training

Job description

Western States Lodging and Management is seeking a compassionate Medication Technician / QMAP to support our senior living residents with medication administration, personal care, and daily wellness tasks. You’ll work under a Licensed Nurse in a resident-centered team focused on dignity and safety.

Ideal candidates will have CNA or Caregiver certification, relevant medication training, and 0–1 year experience.