QMA - PT

ELKHART ASSISTED LIVING LLC; Indiana; Sur place; USD 2 066 000 - 2 755 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

ELKHART ASSISTED LIVING LLC is seeking Qualified Medication Aides to provide medications and nursing care to residents under the supervision of the community nurse. The role emphasizes compassionate care for the aging population and collaboration with the caregiving team.

Requirements include a high school diploma, completion of a state-approved medication administration course with certification, and an active Indiana CNA certification.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• State-approved medication administration course with proof of certification.
• Indiana CNA certification and active status.
• Knowledge of equipment used for medication administration.
• Ability to maintain accurate medication records for residents.
• Willingness to cooperate with staff and residents.
• Special interest in aging population with compassionate care.
• Ability to handle emergencies, stay flexible, and shift priorities.

Responsabilités

• Provide medications and nursing care to residents under supervision of the community nurse.

Connaissances

Verbal communication

Written communication

Compassionate care

Formation

High school diploma or equivalent

State-approved medication administration course

CNA certification

Description du poste

Description

QMAs will provide medications, and nursing care to residents, as supervised by the community nurse.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Completion of a state-approved medication administration course, in accordance with the regulatory agency guidelines, and be able to furnish and maintain proof of certification as a QMA
• Certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant, recognized by the state of Indiana and maintain certification
• Knowledgeable and able to use the equipment and devices used in the administration of medications to residents
• Ability to effectively communicate in verbal and written communications and possess the ability to maintain accurate medication records for each resident
• Willingness to cooperate and work with other staff and residents
• Special interest in the aging population and strong desire to provide care in a compassionate manner
• Ability to deal with a high degree of frustration, function calmly in emergencies, flexible, able to shift priorities
• Ability to lift to 80 pounds occasionally and up to 60 pounds frequently
• Insulin certified
• BLS/first aid certified