QMAP - Full Time & Part Time

Job Summary

Assist in maintaining a physical, social and psychological environment that is conducive to the best interest and welfare of residents.

Administer or assist with self-administration of medication and treatments as prescribed by the health care provider and observe/report responses to existing care plans based on state regulations and completion of required training/certification.

Maintain cleanliness of medication supply room, audit medication carts and provide accurate accounting of all medications.

Accountabilities

• General
  • Model the Culture Change Principles of the Eden Alternative.
  • Understand and adhere to Resident Confidentiality and HIPPA regulations.
  • Attend in-service training, educational classes, and meetings as required.
  • Read and comprehend instructions, correspondence and memos.
  • Communicate and function in an interdisciplinary team.
  • Maintain a thorough working knowledge of Community Electronic Health Record software.
  • Maintain a thorough working knowledge of Community policies and procedures.
  • Perform basic mathematic procedures.
  • Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
  • Maintain the highest degree of personal and professional integrity.
  • Know and honor Resident Rights.
  • Communicate with residents in a respectful manner.
  • Respond to resident family/visitor requests in a timely and appropriate manner.
  • Provide effective and courteous service to all residents, guests and co-workers.
• Medication Administration
  • Ensure medication room door and medication cart is locked at all times.
  • Maintain neat, clean and stocked medication cart.
  • Order, store and administer medications according to Community policies and procedures and current physician orders.
  • Complete narcotic count on each shift, immediately reporting any concerns to the Health Wellness Director.
  • Read the daily notes for information and changes at the beginning of each shift.
  • Disposal of expired or discontinued medications in a timely manner according to Community policies and procedures.
  • Obtain & record vital signs as directed on the Medication Administration Record [MAR] or vital sign log in resident’s electronic health record. 
  • Adhere to Universal Precautions and Infection Control procedures.
  • Maintain medication and specimen refrigerator temperature logs.
• Observation, Documentation and Reporting
  • Regularly review resident care plans and medication orders to be aware of additions or changes to required support and assistance.
  • Complete Incident Reports per Community Policy and Procedure. 
  • Complete Short Term Observation charting in resident’s Electronic Health Record [EHR] when/if applicable.
  • Document support and assistance provided in the resident’s Electronic Health Record [EHR] when/if applicable.
  • Document and report resident and/or family requests for additional or changes in support/assistance in the resident’s Electronic Health Record [EHR] when/if applicable.
  • Document and report observations including unusual or significant changes in resident physical, mental or behavioral conditions in the resident’s Electronic Health Record [EHR] when/if applicable.
• Resident Care
  • May provide hands on resident care to residents.
  • When performing resident care:
    • Accomplish with an awareness of dignity, personal preferences and choice.
    • Promote resident independence in accordance with care plan.
    • Comply with Community infection control guidelines.
• Physical Demands/Working Conditions
  • Able to sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, and move frequently during working hours.
  • Able to lift 40 lbs. floor to waist, lift 10 lbs. waist to shoulder, lift and carry 40 lbs., and push/pull 40 lbs.
  • Able to assist in the evacuation of residents.
• Qualifications and Educational Requirements
  • Must be able to effectively communicate in the English language and follow written and verbal instructions.
  • High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • Qualified Medication Administration Person [QMAP] as required by Colorado regulations.
  • CPR certification which must remain current during employment.
  • First aid certification from a nationally recognized organization preferred. Minimum of one year experience in a senior care or healthcare setting preferred.

Benefits

1. Health
2. Dental
3. Vision
4. Retirement Plan
5. (PSLF) Public Service Loan Forgiveness
6. PTO/Sick
7. Planet Fitness Corp. Discounted Membership
8. ZayZoon - Earned Wage Access

Salary : $20 - $24