QMA
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The Waters of Columbia City -

Now Hiring Qualified Medication Aides (QMAs)

Ask about our Non-Benefit Rate!

BENEFITS & REWARDS:

• Excellent Pay
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Group Health Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Life insurance plans
• Disability plans
• 401K Retirement Plan

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 medications
• PRN medications, only after authorization of nurse, then nurse will assess and document effectiveness
• Inhalers
• Nebulizer treatments, only if nurse completes lung assessment before and after and documents findings
• Topical and rectal ointments
• Nasal sprays and drops
• Eye ointments and drops
• Ear ointments and drops
• Non-invasive treatments

Observes residents for drug reactions and reports any concerns to the nurse immediately

Monitors residents vital signs

Calculates medication dosages and stocks the medication cart

Documents what medications were given for the day on the medication administrator record (MAR) chart

Reports 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 information

Reports to the nurse on duty for instructions before administering any PRN medication

Audits documentation to assure accurate, complete, and timely recording of medications and treatments

Safely lifts, moves, and transfers residents as required

Attends all mandatory meetings and in-services

Participates in a med pass audit at any time

Other duties as assigned by Director of Nursing or Nurse on duty

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

Must have high school diploma or equivalent.

Must have current, unencumbered state license and must be able to provide all necessary documentation.

Job Type: Full Time or Part Time; Weekend Option

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, Continental 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.