Compassionate QMA: Medication Safety & Resident Care

Riverwalk Communities; Evansville (IN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(K) with company match

PTO

Telehealth

Job summary

Riverwalk Communities in Evansville, IN is seeking a reliable Qualified Medication Aide to join our long-term care team. You will administer medications, provide direct personal care, and serve as a safety checkpoint on the nursing floor.

Requirements include QMA and CNA certifications in Indiana, ISDH-approved QMA course, BLS/CPR, and 6 months CNA experience preferred. Shifts are rotating, including weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• Current, valid QMA certification in the state of practice
• Current CNA certification required
• In Indiana - ISDH-approved QMA course and active listing on the Indiana Nurse Aide Registry
• Current BLS/CPR certification required
• Minimum 6 months CNA experience preferred - new QMAs welcome
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to medication safety
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work under nurse supervision
• Ability to work rotating shifts, weekends, and holidays

Responsibilities

• Administer medications per physician orders
• Follow the Six Rights of Medication Administration on every pass - no exceptions
• Observe residents for side effects or reactions and report to the supervising nurse
• Document all medications accurately and immediately in the MAR
• Assist with blood glucose monitoring and report results to the nurse
• Perform narcotic counts with the supervising nurse at shift change
• Assist residents with bathing, grooming, dressing, and personal care
• Obtain and document vital signs, weights, and intake and output
• Observe and promptly report changes in resident condition to the nurse
• Follow infection control, safety, and facility compliance standards

Education

QMA Certification (Indiana)

CNA Certification

ISDH-approved QMA course

BLS/CPR Certification

6 months CNA experience

Job description

Riverwalk Communities in Evansville, IN is seeking a reliable Qualified Medication Aide to join our long-term care team. You will administer medications, provide direct personal care, and serve as a safety checkpoint on the nursing floor.

Requirements include QMA and CNA certifications in Indiana, ISDH-approved QMA course, BLS/CPR, and 6 months CNA experience preferred. Shifts are rotating, including weekends and holidays.