Qualified Medication Aide

Syra Health; West Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Syra Health located in West Lafayette, IN is seeking a Qualified Medication Aide (QMA) to perform nursing care in skilled nursing units. The role requires setting up and administering medications as ordered by physicians while ensuring adherence to professional standards.

Ideal candidates will assist with onboarding new teammates, supervise CNAs, and respond to emergencies. The position showcases the importance of teamwork and communication in delivering healthcare.

Qualifications

• Work as a Qualified Medication Aide (QMA) on skilled nursing units.
• Perform nursing care within the scope of the Indiana Nurse Practice Act.
• Ability to administer medications as ordered by physicians.

Responsibilities

• Set up and administer resident medications as ordered.
• Supervise CNAs as directed.
• Answer call lights and security alarms promptly.
• Help onboard new teammates.

Job description

Overview

SH-914 Qualified Medication Aide, West Lafayette, IN

Purpose of Position/Summary: Our ideal candidate will work as a Qualified Medication Aide (QMA) on the skilled nursing units at the Client. You will perform all aspects of nursing care, within the scope of the Indiana Nurse Practice Act, with moderate supervision.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

• Responsible for setting up and administering resident medications as ordered by physicians and per professional standards of medication administration.
• May supervise CNAs as directed.
• Answer call lights, bed/chair sensors, pull-pin alarms, and security care bracelet alarms promptly and courteously.
• Acting as a positive teammate to fellow employees by helping onboard new teammates.

Nonessential Duties/Responsibilities

• Provides 1:1 staffing if needed.
• Assists with resident activities on and off the unit.
• Responds to codes and assists as needed.
• Provides post-mortem care.
• Other related duties.