Qualified Medication Aide

Waters of Huntington; Huntington (IN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group Health Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Life insurance plans

Disability plans

401K

Tuition Reimbursement

PayActiv

Flexible Scheduling

Paid Vacation Time-Cash Out Option

Paid Sick Time

Attendance Bonus

Job summary

Waters of Huntington is seeking a Qualified Medication Aide (QMA) to administer medications with safety techniques under nurse supervision. You will follow federal/state regulations and company policies while ensuring resident safety and well-being.

You will perform duties including medication administration, vital signs, MAR documentation, and communication with nurses, residents, and families. Flexible hours and a supportive team are provided.

Qualifications

• Adheres to resident rights and policies.
• Knowledge of federal and state regulations.
• Ability to communicate with residents, families, staff.
• Reads, writes, speaks English.
• Must have high school diploma or equivalent and current QMA license.

Responsibilities

• Administer oral medications and PRN meds under nurse supervision.
• Administer inhalers and nebulizer treatments as directed by nurse.
• Apply topical and rectal medications as prescribed.
• Observe residents for drug reactions and report to nurse immediately.
• Monitor vital signs and document MAR entries.
• Calculate medication dosages and stock the cart.
• Report to nurse on duty with treatment responses.

Skills

Communication skills

Regulatory knowledge

Patient care

Safety awareness

Integrity

Flexibility

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Current QMA license

Job description

NOW HIRING QMAs

* Offering PayActiv*

A comprehensive benefit package includes:

Excellent Pay

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible Scheduling

Paid Birthdays

Paid Vacation Time-Cash Out Option

Paid Sick Time

Attendance Bonus

Group Health Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Life insurance plans

Disability plans

401K

The Qualified Medication Aide (QMA) will administer medications with safety techniques and sound judgment under the supervision of a licensed nurse. The person holding this position is delegated the responsibility for carrying out the assigned duties and responsibilities in accordance with current existing federal and state regulations and established company policies and procedures.

JOB DUTIES:

QMAs will administer the following medications

• Oral medications, including scheduled medications
• PRN medications, only after authorization of nurse, then nurse will assess and document effectiveness
• Inhalers
• Nebulizer treatments, only if nurse completes lung assessment before and after and documents findings
• Topical and rectal ointments
• Nasal sprays and drops
• Eye ointments and drops
• Ear ointments and drops
• Non-invasive treatments

• Observes residents for drug reactions and reports any concerns to the nurse immediately
• Monitors residents vital signs
• Calculates medication dosages and stocks the medication cart
• Documents what medications were given for the day on the medication administrator record (MAR) chart
• Reports to the nurse on duty general and specific information pertaining to the response of the residents to their medications or treatments and any other pertinent or appropriate information
• Reports to the nurse on duty for instructions before administering any PRN medication
• Audits documentation to assure accurate, complete, and timely recording of medications and treatments

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS& ABILITIES:

• Adheres to and interprets resident rights and personnel policies
• Knowledge of federal and state regulations
• Understands special needs and limitations of elderly
• Recognizes and identifies problems and refer to others if necessary
• Ability to communicate with the resident, family, staff, and community
• Maintains the confidentiality of resident information and honor his/her personal and property rights
• Responds to the needs of the facility, residents, and families in a timely and appropriate manner
• Must function independently, have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with residents
• Must have patience, tact, cheerful disposition, and enthusiasm, as well as be willing to handle residents based on whatever maturity level in which they are currently functioning
• Addresses resident and family satisfaction issues immediately by reporting them to the Supervisor in a professional manner
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language
• Must be able to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends and/or holidays

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

Must have high school diploma or equivalent.

Must have current QMA, unencumbered state license and must be able to provide all necessary documentation.

Our company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, our company complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.