Qualified Medication Aide (QMA)

The-Wyndmoor-of-Portag; Portage (IN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The-Wyndmoor-of-Portag in Portage, IN seeks a compassionate qualified medication aide to support elderly residents. The role involves administering medications, monitoring vital signs, assisting with ADLs, and providing emotional support to patients and families.

Ideal candidates hold QMA certification, insulin certification is preferred, and strong teamwork with the ability to multitask in a busy long-term care setting is expected.

Qualifications

• Must be certified as a Qualified Medication Aide (QMA) by the state.
• Insulin certification preferred.
• No findings in the registry concerning abuse, neglect, or misappropriation of resident property.
• Skilled at tackling numerous tasks and making quick decisions.
• Able to foster good resident and family relationships.
• Ability to effectively collaborate within a team environment.
• A passion for working with elderly residents.
• Experience in a long-term or assisted living facility is a plus, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by a physician.
• Monitor vital signs, such as temperature, blood pressure, and pulse rate.
• Assist with activities of daily living (ADLs).
• Provide emotional support to patients and families.
• Educate patients and families about health care maintenance.
• Observe and report changes in the patient's condition to the supervising nurse.
• Assist with geriatric care needs.

Skills

Compassionate care

Team collaboration

Multitasking

Quick decision-making

Communication with patients/families

Education

Qualified Medication Aide (QMA) certification

Insulin Certification (preferred)

Job description

Job description

We’re looking for QMAs with a compassionate mindset and a passion for helping seniors. A self-starter with enthusiasm and initiative. This team member loves caring for patients and knows how to develop lasting trust. Could this be you?

Responsibilities:

• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by a physician.
• Monitor vital signs, such as temperature, blood pressure, and pulse rate.
• Assist with activities of daily living (ADLs).
• Provide emotional support to patients and families.
• Educate patients and families about health care maintenance.
• Observe and report changes in the patient's condition to the supervising nurse.
• Assist with geriatric care needs.

Qualifications:

• Must be certified as a Qualified Medication Aide (QMA) by the state.
• Preference for Insulin Certified
• Must have no finding in the registry concerning abuse, neglect, or misappropriation of resident property.
• Skilled at tackling numerous tasks and making quick decisions.
• Can foster good resident and family relationships.
• Ability to effectively collaborate within a team environment.
• A passion for working with elderly residents.
• Experience in a long-term or assisted living facility is a plus, but not required.