Qualified Medication Aide

Waters of Clifty Falls; Madison, Northern (IN, KY); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$3 Shift differential for 2nd and 3rd

$3 Shift differential for Weekend Opt.

Overtime and Extra Shift Bonuses

Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick, Holiday

Birthday Pay

PTO Cash Out Option

Payactiv (Get paid next day)

Flexible Scheduling (Full-Time, Part-?

Attendance Bonus (Paid Every PayPeriod

Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision and

401K

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Waters of Clifty Falls seeks a Qualified Medication Aide (QMA) for night shifts to administer medications under nurse supervision. The role includes monitoring residents, documenting MAR entries, and reporting any concerns to the nurse on duty.

The position offers job stability in a long-term care setting with benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, a 401K, tuition reimbursement, and flexible scheduling options for full-time or part-time work.

Qualifications

• Must have current QMA certification.
• Ability to communicate in English.
• Flexible hours including evenings, weekends and/or holidays.

Responsibilities

• Administers oral medications and PRN meds as authorized by nurse.
• Monitors residents' vital signs and documents MAR entries.
• Audits medication documentation for accuracy and completeness.
• Assists with lifting, moving, and transfers safely.
• Reports to the nurse on duty with pertinent information about residents' responses.

Skills

Medication administration

Vital signs

Documentation

Regulatory knowledge

Communication

Education

QMA Certification

Tools

MAR documentation

Job description

QMA

Night shift Available

Waters of Clifty Falls is a beautiful property providing long-term skilled care to residents. We value our staff and strive to create an excellent work environment.We want you to be a part of our team and be a reason our residents love their home here at The Waters of Clifty Falls.

QMA BENEFITS:

• $3 Shift differential for 2ndand 3rdshift
• $3 Shift differential for Weekend Option Program
• Overtime and Extra Shift Bonuses
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick, Holiday and Birthday Pay)
• PTO Cash Out Option
• Payactiv (Get paid next day)
• Flexible Scheduling (Full-Time, Part-Time, PRN)
• Attendance Bonus (Paid Every Pay Period)
• Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision and More)
• 401K
• Tuition Reimbursement

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:

• 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
• Safely lifts, moves, and transfers residents as required
• Attends all mandatory meetings and in-services
• Participates in a med pass audit at any time
• Other duties as assigned by Director of Nursing or Nurse on duty

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 current, unencumbered QMA Certification.