Qualified Medication Aide (QMA)

Chateau Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Chateau Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center is seeking a Qualified Medication Aide (QMA). The role includes administering medications, recording vital signs, and providing resident care while maintaining professional relationships. This entry-level full-time position is essential for ensuring resident well-being in a healthcare setting.

Qualifications

• QMA and CNA Certificates required.
• Experience in long-term care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administer and document medications.
• Record patient's vital signs.
• Provide direct care when not administering medications.

Skills

Patient Care

Medication Administration

Compliance with Regulations

Education

QMA Certificate in good standing

CNA Certificate

Job description

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SUMMARY: The primary responsibility of the Qualified Medication Aide (QMA) is to provide care for residents under the direction of nursing and medical staff.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Obtain and record patient's vital signs and weight.
2. Administer and document medications according to physician’s orders, including oral, topical, suppository medications, and eye and ear drops.
3. Participate in all in-service programs to develop skills; maintain compliance with personnel policies, community policies, and regulations including HIPAA, Fire Safety, and Disaster Preparedness plans.
4. Perform treatments not requiring a licensed nurse, such as hot/cold applications, vital signs, and weights, using proper techniques and precautions.
5. Observe, record, and report medication effects and other observations.
6. Take vital signs as needed before medication administration.
7. Provide direct resident care and function as a CNA when not administering medications.
8. Develop and maintain professional relationships with residents, visitors, and co-workers.
9. Perform other tasks as assigned by supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• QMA Certificate in good standing and current CNA Certificate.
• One year experience in a long-term care setting preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Must be able to sit, stand, bend, walk, and lift/move up to 100 pounds.
• Visual and auditory abilities sufficient for communication.
• Work environment noise level is usually moderate.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Health Care Provider

Industries

• Hospitals and Health Care