Now hiring - Qualified Medication Aide (QMA)
A comprehensive benefit package includes :
Excellent Pay
Tuition Reimbursement
Flexible Scheduling
Paid Birthdays
Attendance Bonus
Paid Vacation Time-Cash Out Option
Paid Sick Time
Group Health Insurance
Dental and Vision Insurance
Life insurance plans
Disability plans
401K
The Qualified Medication Aide (QMA) will administer medications with safety techniques and sound judgment under the supervision of a licensed nurse. The person holding this position is delegated the responsibility for carrying out the assigned duties and responsibilities in accordance with current existing federal and state regulations and established company policies and procedures.
JOB DUTIES :
QMAs will administer the following medications
Oral medications, including scheduled medicationsPRN medications, only after authorization of nurse, then nurse will assess and document effectivenessInhalersNebulizer treatments, only if nurse completes lung assessment before and after and documents findingsTopical and rectal ointmentsNasal sprays and dropsEye ointments and dropsEar ointments and dropsNon-invasive treatmentsObserves residents for drug reactions and reports any concerns to the nurse immediatelyMonitors residents vital signsCalculates medication dosages and stocks the medication cartDocuments what medications were given for the day on the medication administrator record (MAR) chartReports to the nurse on duty general and specific information pertaining to the response of the residents to their medications or treatments and any other pertinent or appropriate informationReports to the nurse on duty for instructions before administering any PRN medicationAudits documentation to assure accurate, complete, and timely recording of medications and treatmentsSafely lifts, moves, and transfers residents as requiredAttends all mandatory meetings and in-servicesParticipates in a med pass audit at any timeOther duties as assigned by Director of Nursing or Nurse on dutyKNOWLEDGE / SKILLS& ABILITIES :
Adheres to and interprets resident rights and personnel policiesKnowledge of federal and state regulationsUnderstands special needs and limitations of elderlyRecognizes and identifies problems and refer to others if necessaryAbility to communicate with the resident, family, staff, and communityMaintains the confidentiality of resident information and honor his / her personal and property rightsResponds to the needs of the facility, residents, and families in a timely and appropriate mannerMust function independently, have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with residentsMust have patience, tact, cheerful disposition, and enthusiasm, as well as be willing to handle residents based on whatever maturity level in which they are currently functioningAddresses resident and family satisfaction issues immediately by reporting them to the Supervisor in a professional mannerMust be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English languageMust be able to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends and / or holidaysEDUCATION / EXPERIENCE :
Must have current, unencumbered state license and must be able to provide all necessary documentation.
Our company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, our company complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
