Qualified Medication Aide

Magnolia Health Systems; Clinton (IN); On-site; USD 41,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance through United Health

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Supplemental Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Vacation

Attendance Bonuses

Weekend Bonuses

Holiday Pay

Tuition Assistance

Student Loan Repayment

Career Advancement Opportunities

Job summary

Vermillion Convalescent Center in Clinton, Indiana, seeks Qualified Medication Aides to work under a licensed nurse, performing prescribed nursing tasks per the plan of care. Annual wage scale: $40,560-$59,280.

Ideal candidates are Indiana-certified QMA, complete a state-approved medication administration training, hold a current health certificate, and perform only duties taught in the program. Benefits include Health Insurance, Dental and Vision coverage, Supplemental Insurance (Critical

Qualifications

• Must be certified as Qualified Medication Aide in Indiana.
• Must complete a State approved training program in medication administration.
• Must possess a current health certificate/examination as required by State agencies.
• Must perform only those duties taught in the approved training program.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and administer safely and document regularly prescribed oral medications to residents.
• Administer oral PRN drugs when authorized by a licensed nurse.
• Ensure injectable medications are given only by a licensed nurse.
• Record vital signs as required before administering certain medications.

Skills

QMA certification in Indiana

Education

State-approved training program in medication administration (Indiana)

Job description

Job Description

Qualified Medication Aides are valuable members of our health care team who work under the supervision of a licensed nurse to perform skilled nursing care tasks as assigned according to plan of care. Annual Wage Scale: $40,560-$59,280

About us

Vermillion Convalescent Center is a skilled nursing facility located in Clinton, Indiana. Vermillion Convalescent Center is seeking compassionate Qualified Medication Aides to become a part of our team where our primary goal is to provide exceptional care to our residents.

About the Role

Vermillion Convalescent Center is seeking Qualified Medication Aides to-

• Prepare and administer safely and document regularly prescribed oral medications
• to residents.
• Administer as allowed, oral PRN drugs when authorized by a licensed nurse.
• Understand that injectable medications must always be given by a licensed nurse.
• Demonstrate knowledge that the telephone or verbal orders may never be
• accepted by a QMA.
• Understand and demonstrate knowledge that appropriate vital signs will be taken and recorded as required before administering certain medications.

About you

The ideal candidate would have the following skills and experience:

• Must be certified as Qualified Medication Aide in the State of Indiana.
• Must complete a State approved training program in medication administration.
• Must possess a current health certificate/examination as required by State
• agencies.
• Must perform only those duties that were taught in the approved training program.

Benefits: Vermillion Convalescent Center offers-

• Health Insurance through United Healthcare
• Dental Insurance through HRI Dental
• Vision Insurance through EyeMed
• Supplemental Insurance:

• Critical Illness
• Accident
• Disability Coverage
• Hospital Indemnity

• Life Insurance through Cincinnati Life:

• Builds cash value
• Employee-owned policy
• Family coverage, including grandchildren

• Paid Vacation
• Attendance Bonuses
• Weekend Bonuses
• Holiday Pay – starts immediately with no waiting period
• Tuition Assistance Programs
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Career Advancement Opportunities

Vermillion Convalescent Center is an equal opportunity employer and gives employment and promotional consideration without regard to race, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, marital or veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected class as defined by local, state, or federal law.