Qualified Medication Aide

The Waters of Rushville; Rushville (IN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent pay

Tuition reimbursement

Group health insurance

Dental and vision insurance

Life insurance plans

Disability plans

401K retirement plan

Job summary

The Waters of Rushville is seeking Qualified Medication Aides (QMAs) to join our clinical team in Rushville, Indiana. You will administer prescribed medications using established safety techniques under nurse supervision and adhere to federal/state regulations and policy.

Responsibilities include monitoring residents, documenting MAR entries, reporting to the nurse, and assisting with medication audits. Must have a high school diploma and an active state license.

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must have current, unencumbered state license and must be able to provide all necessary documentation.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications under supervision of a licensed nurse using safety techniques and sound judgment.
• Observe residents for drug reactions and report concerns to the nurse immediately.
• Monitor residents' vital signs and document measurements.
• Calculate medication dosages and stock the medication cart.
• Document medications given on MAR and report to the nurse on duty.
• Audit documentation to ensure accurate, complete recordings of medications and treatments.
• Safely lift, move, and transfer residents as required.
• Attend mandatory meetings and in-services; participate in med pass audit.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Current, unencumbered state license

Job description

Now Hiring – Qualified Medication Aides (QMAs)

BENEFITS & REWARDS:

• Excellent Pay
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Group Health Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Life insurance plans
• Disability plans
• 401K Retirement Plan

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

1. Observes residents for drug reactions and reports any concerns to the nurse immediately
2. Monitors residents vital signs
3. Calculates medication dosages and stocks the medication cart
4. Documents what medications were given for the day on the medication administrator record (MAR) chart
5. 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
6. Reports to the nurse on duty for instructions before administering any PRN medication
7. Audits documentation to assure accurate, complete, and timely recording of medications and treatments
8. Safely lifts, moves, and transfers residents as required
9. Attends all mandatory meetings and in-services
10. Participates in a med pass audit at any time
11. Other duties as assigned by Director of Nursing or Nurse on duty

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

Must have high school diploma or equivalent.

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

Job Type: Full Time or Part Time

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, Continental 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.