Medication Aide: Direct Resident Care & Vital Signs

University Park Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

University Park Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center in Fort Wayne, Indiana seeks a Qualified Medication Aide (QMA) to support residents under nursing and medical staff supervision.

The QMA administers medications per physician orders, records vital signs, and collaborates with the care team to maintain safety, HIPAA compliance, and compassionate daily care.

Requires QMA certificate in good standing, and CNA certification; one year LTC experience preferred.

Qualifications

• QMA Certificate in good standing on file with the Department of Health.
• One year experience in long-term care setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Record and monitor patients' vital signs and weight.
• Administer and document medications per physician orders, including oral, topical, and suppositories.
• Follow policies, HIPAA compliance, safety and disaster procedures.
• Perform non-licensed tasks using standard precautions.
• Observe and report medication effects.
• Take vitals before administration of certain meds.
• Provide direct resident care and assist CNAs as needed.
• Maintain courteous professional relationships with residents, visitors and staff.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Vital signs

Medication administration

In-service training

Patient care

Education

QMA Certificate in good standing

CNA Certificate

Job description

University Park Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center in Fort Wayne, Indiana seeks a Qualified Medication Aide (QMA) to support residents under nursing and medical staff supervision.

The QMA administers medications per physician orders, records vital signs, and collaborates with the care team to maintain safety, HIPAA compliance, and compassionate daily care.

Requires QMA certificate in good standing, and CNA certification; one year LTC experience preferred.