Medication Aide: Direct Care, Med Admin & Vital Signs

Aperion Care; Kokomo (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Aperion Care in Kokomo, Indiana is hiring a Qualified Medication Aide (QMA) to provide essential care for residents under direction from medical staff. Responsibilities include administering medications, recording vital signs, and ensuring compliance with regulations.

The ideal candidate holds a QMA certificate and a CNA certificate, with experience in long-term care preferred. The role demands lifting and moving residents as necessary and maintaining professional relationships with residents and staff.

Qualifications

• QMA Certificate in good standing with the Department of Health.
• Experience in long-term care setting desired.

Responsibilities

• Obtain and record patient's vital signs and weight.
• Administer medications as per physician orders.
• Maintain compliance with policies and procedures.
• Provide direct resident care and function as a CNA when needed.

Skills

Vital signs measurement

Medication administration

Compliance with regulations

Direct resident care

Education

QMA Certificate

CNA Certificate

Job description

Aperion Care in Kokomo, Indiana is hiring a Qualified Medication Aide (QMA) to provide essential care for residents under direction from medical staff. Responsibilities include administering medications, recording vital signs, and ensuring compliance with regulations.

The ideal candidate holds a QMA certificate and a CNA certificate, with experience in long-term care preferred. The role demands lifting and moving residents as necessary and maintaining professional relationships with residents and staff.