QMA - Qualified Medication Aide

Miller; Garrett (IN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Miller’s Health Systems in Indiana seeks a Qualified Medication Aide (QMA) to provide basic patient care and administer medications to residents in a compassionate, professional manner. You will document care, monitor patients for changes, and report findings to the nursing team promptly.

Applicants must be Indiana-certified, follow instructions, communicate clearly, and maintain a neat, professional appearance; prior long-term care experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Must be Indiana-certified as a QMA
• Pass the Indiana QMA requirements
• Professional appearance and behavior
• Able to follow instructions and communicate effectively
• Experience in long-term care preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide basic care to patients and assist with daily activities
• Administer medications and record related documentation
• Monitor patients for changes and report to the nursing team
• Collect and record information vital to patients’ conditions and treatment

Skills

Patient care

Medication administration

Documentation

Teamwork

Professionalism

Education

Resident Care Assistant and Medication Assistant Training courses

60 hour Qualified Medication Assistant course + 40 hour practicum

Qualified Medication Assistant exam

Certified as a Qualified Medication Assistant by the State of Indiana

Registered with State Department of Public Instruction

Nurse Assistant qualifications

Job description

Since 1964, Indiana families have looked to Miller's Health Systems for compassionate care for their loved ones. Our 100% employee-owned company offersa wide variety of employment and professional growth opportunities. To learn more about our company, visit us at: http://www.millersmerrymanor.com/about-us .

Job Description

Are you friendly, passionate about serving others, and want a job where you can make a difference each day? If this sounds like you, then becoming a Qualified Medication Aide (QMA) at Miller’s Health Systems might be the right step for you!

As a QMA, you provide basic care to patients and assist them in their daily activities. You administer medications to patients and record related documentation. You watch for changes in your patients and quickly report them to the team of nurses that work with you. You collect and record information vital to the patients’ conditions and treatment.

Apply if you are:

• Certified in the State of Indiana
• Passionate about serving others
• Able to work with a dedicated team
• Professional appearance and behavior

Qualifications

1. Successful completion of Resident Care Assistant and Medication Assistant Training courses.
2. Successful completion of the 60 hour Qualified Medication Assistant course and the 40 hour practicum.
3. Pass the Qualified Medication Assistant exam.
4. Certified as a Qualified Medicine Assistant by the State of Indiana.
5. Registered with State Department of Public Instruction.
6. Meet all qualifications for Nurse Assistant.
7. Proven ability and experience as a resident care assistant.
8. Experience in long term care preferred.
9. Follow instructions.
10. Communicate verbally and in writing.
11. Is neat, well groomed and professional.
12. Pass the physical examination required at employment.

EXPOSURE CATEGORY I: Tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Full Time (Monday-Friday) 2pm-10pm

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