QMA

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

Sterling Healthcare Management believes in treating our team members like family. We have made some very positive changes here at Riverwalk and are committed giving our resident's and team members the most positive experience possible.

Multiple shifts available

About This Role

We are looking for a reliable, detail-oriented Qualified Medication Aide to join our long-term care team. You will administer medications to residents, provide direct personal care, and serve as a critical safety checkpoint on the nursing floor. If you take medication safety seriously and genuinely care about the people you serve - we want to meet you.

What We Offer

Benefits for Full-Time Staff Include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Insurance.
• 401(K) with company match
• PTO
• Virtual Doctor Visits - Telehealth
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• KISx Card (surgery and imaging program)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Daily Pay Available
• Fun, Creative, and Mission-driven work environment
• Supportive leadership that values your ideas

What You'll Do

• Administer oral, topical, ophthalmic, nasal, and transdermal 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

Requirements

• Current, valid QMA certification in the state of practice
• Current CNA certification required
• In Indiana - completion of 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

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.