QMA - PT

OPS LIVING LLC; Michigan City (IN); On-site; USD 15,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

OPS LIVING LLC seeks a part-time QMA at Trail Creek Place, Michigan City, IN 46360. The role involves providing medications and nursing care under supervision, with duties including CNA tasks and accurate medication administration.

Responsibilities include observing drug effects, documenting in records, and maintaining HIPAA confidentiality. Candidates must hold Indiana QMA and CNA certifications, with ability to lift up to 80 pounds occasionally and 60 pounds frequently.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of a state-approved medication administration course and proof of QMA certification.
• Certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant (Indiana).
• Knowledgeable in medication administration equipment and resident records.
• Ability to communicate effectively in verbal and written form.
• Willingness to cooperate with staff and residents.
• Ability to lift up to 80 pounds occasionally and up to 60 pounds frequently.

Responsibilities

• Perform the functions of a CNA.
• Accurately administer oral, topical, rectal, ophthalmic, and optic medications (no injections).
• Observe effects of medications and report findings to licensed nurse.
• Administer PRN medications with authorization.
• Care for residents to the extent permitted by the CNA title.
• Document medication administration in the medical record and notify nurse.
• Keep LPN/RN informed of residents' condition and responses.
• Follows policies and completes tasks correctly and on time.

Skills

Medication administration

Communication skills

HIPAA awareness

Team player

Emergency calmness

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

QMA state certification

CNA certification (Indiana)

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Trail Creek Place - Michigan City, IN 46360

Position Type: Part Time

Travel Percentage: None

Job Shift: Any

Job Category: Nurse

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

Duties Include:

• Perform the functions of a CNA
• Accurately administer oral, topical, rectal, ophthalmic, and optic medications as prescribed for the resident (shall not administer injectable or chemotherapeutic medications)
• Responsible for the observation of the desired or undesirable effects of the drug administered, and the reporting of those effects to the licensed nurse
• Administer PRN medications and treatments only upon the authorization of the licensed nurse or physician
• Responsible to care for residents to the full capacity allowed by the CNA title
• Document the administration or withholding or resident’s refusal of medications in the medical record and notify the nurse in charge immediately
• Keep LPN/RN informed of the resident’s condition and responses to medications in a timely manner
• Other duties as assigned
• Honor and respect the privacy of residents, staff, and the organization
• Maintain the confidentiality of resident information in compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and sensitive organizational information.
• Follows policies and procedures; completes tasks correctly and on time

QualificationsJob Requirements/Qualifications:

• 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