QMAP: Compassionate Medication Aide for Senior Living

Christian Living Communities; Grand Junction (CO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Coverage

Health Savings Accounts

Retirement (with match)

Dental, Vision, Disability & Life Ins.

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Christian Living Communities (CLC) - Cappella Living Solutions (CLS) in Grand Junction, CO is seeking compassionate caregivers responsible for daily personal care of residents, medication administration under a licensed nurse, and vigilant documentation to support safety and quality of care.

The role emphasizes adherence to state regulations, teamwork with nurses and staff, and proactive communication with residents and families.

Qualifications

• Medication certification: QMAP-A/L, Med Tech, Med Aide, Nurse Delegation.
• Must be able to read, write and speak the English language.
• High school or Equivalent (GED).
• One year experience in elder care preferred.
• Proficient computer skills preferred.
• Strong self-management and organization skills.
• Strong multitasking abilities with flexibility and adaptability.
• Ability to handle difficult issues and maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Attends to the personal care needs of residents in a timely manner and provides assistance with ADLs as requested by residents or directed by supervisor.
• Provides personal care services such as bathing, dressing, meals, laundry with attention to individual resident needs.
• Anticipates and identifies care needs and reports to supervisor.
• Responds to family members as appropriate.
• Maintains open communication with supervisor and peers.
• Monitors the safety and well-being of residents.
• Reports suspicion of abuse, neglect or misappropriation of resources as required by regulation.
• Reports changes in resident status to supervisor.
• Monitors and documents resident’s condition as directed.
• Assists residents with prescribed daily medication routine as appropriate and in accordance with state law.
• Alerts RN/LPN and/or supervisor of any questions or concerns with medication records/supply.
• Ensures proper documentation including refusals of medication or treatment.
• Restocks medication carts and storage areas as needed.
• Attends and contributes to monthly staff meetings.

Skills

Medication administration

English literacy

Self-management

Organization skills

Multitasking

Education

High school or GED

Job description

Christian Living Communities (CLC) - Cappella Living Solutions (CLS) in Grand Junction, CO is seeking compassionate caregivers responsible for daily personal care of residents, medication administration under a licensed nurse, and vigilant documentation to support safety and quality of care.

The role emphasizes adherence to state regulations, teamwork with nurses and staff, and proactive communication with residents and families.