Qualified Medication Aide (QMA)

The Villages of Indiana; Fishers (IN); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in senior care is seeking a dedicated Qualified Medication Aide to join their team in Fishers. This full-time role offers the opportunity to provide essential medication administration and support to residents, ensuring their well-being and comfort. The ideal candidate will possess a QMA license and have a compassionate approach to care, particularly for those with dementia. With a focus on making every moment great, this organization values its employees and offers comprehensive benefits, including early access to wages and flexible scheduling. If you are passionate about enhancing the lives of seniors, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Full benefits and PTO

Wages On-Demand

Flexible Scheduling

Holiday Pay

Insulin Certification Course Provided

Qualifications

• Must be a licensed Qualified Medication Aide Certified (QMA).
• Experience with dementia-related situations is essential.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications and treatments as ordered by the physician.
• Ensure accurate medication records and assist with daily living activities.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary work environment.

Skills

Medication Administration

Patient Care

Dementia Care

Record Keeping

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Medication Management Systems

Job description

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QMA - Insulin Certification Course Provided

Independence Village Fishers East

Overview:

• Location: 12950 Talblick St, Fishers, IN 46037
• Position: Must be a licensed Qualified Medication Aide Certified (QMA)
• Shift: 7am-3pm
• Job Type: Full Time
• Pay: $20-$22 / Hour
• $2.00 Shift Differential for 2nd Shift
• Wages On-Demand – early access before pay day
• Full benefits and PTO provided for Full Time employees
• Employee First - You Matter!
• Insulin Certification Course Provided

Supplemental Schedule:

• Holiday Pay
• Flexible Scheduling

Required Experience for Medication Aide:

• QMA Licenses Required
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must have aptitude for dementia-related situations.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must have a TB clearance.

Responsibilities for Medication Aide:

• Prepare and administer medication and treatments as ordered by physician in accordance with policy and procedures.
• Verify identity of resident before administering medication or treatment.
• Follow hand-washing policy for medication passing, universal precautions and infection control.
• Order medications, supplies, and equipment as necessary in accordance with established policy.
• Remove expired or discontinued medications for cart and resident apartments as required in accordance with established procedure.
• Ensure medication records are accurate for your shift and keys are always accounted for.
• Review medication sheets for completeness and accuracy.
• Report all discrepancies noted concerning physician’s orders, medication count or any other unusual situations and complaints regarding resident services and care to your immediate supervisor.
• Chart and perform documentation duties as required in accordance with community policy and procedures.
• Assist in admit, transfer and discharge of residents as requested.
• Review charts for specific treatment, medication, diet orders, etc. as needed.
• Notify nurse in charge of changes in resident condition, (including medication and treatment refusal).
• Make sure work areas (medication and treatment cart, medication room, nurse’s station, etc.) are maintained in a clean, sanitary manner.
• Always show courtesy, respect and positive attitude to residents, family’s visitors and associates.
• Report accidents and incidents observed on the shift they occurred. Report suspected abuse immediately.
• Document important events in the 24-hour report.
• Assist with activities of daily living.
• Encourage the social development of each resident.
• Assist with light housekeeping including emptying the trash and changing linens.
• Escort residents to and from dining areas for meals; assist with tasks related to dining as needed.
• Perform any duties delegated by supervisor in order to maintain the self-respect, personal dignity and physical safety of each resident while adhering to the standards of Residents Rights and all applicable state, Federal and local licensing requirements and regulations.

Not Just Making Every Day Great. Making Every Minute Great.

There are 1,440 minutes in every single day. We aspire to make each one of them an exceptional moment. This philosophy is supported by our 6 powerful, yet simple pillars: Dream Big, Have Courage, Take Initiative, Be Accountable, Give Back & Enjoy it. We strive to fulfill the aspirational yet unattainable goal of creating the absolute best experience with every person, in every interaction, every minute of every day.

This classification description is intended to indicate the general kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty that are required of positions given this title and should not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct and control the work of the employees under her/his supervision. The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties shall not exclude other duties not mentioned that are of a similar kind or level of difficulty.

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