Qualified Medication Aide

Magnolia Health Systems; North Carolina; On-site; USD 38,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Supplemental insurance - Critical Illl

Supplemental insurance - Accident

Disability coverage

Hospital indemnity

Life Insurance

Job summary

The Belmont Health and Rehabilitation is seeking a Qualified Medication Aide to administer prescribed medications under the supervision of a licensed nurse and document care according to the plan of care.

The ideal candidate will be Indiana-certified, complete a state-approved medication administration program, and perform only duties taught in the training. The facility offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for career advancement.

Qualifications

• Must be Indiana-certified as Qualified Medication Aide.
• 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 PRN oral drugs when authorized by a licensed nurse.
• Understand that injectable medications must be given by a licensed nurse.

Education

QMA certification (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:

$38,480-$60,320

About us:

The Belmont Health and Rehabilitation is a skilled nursing facility located in Columbus, Indiana. The Belmont Health and Rehabilitation 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:

The Belmont Health and Rehabilitation is seeking Qualified Medication Aide 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:

The Belmont Health and Rehabilitation 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

If you are ready to join The Belmont Health and Rehabilitation team, apply online today!

The Belmont Health and Rehabilitation 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.