Overview:
Qualified Medication Aide (QMA) Primary Responsibilities
The QMA is responsible for providing the medication administration, daily care, health needs, safety and comfort of the residents.
As a QMA in our facility, look at what benefits you can enjoy:
Competitive starting wage with additional pay for experience
1,000 new employee referral program
Paid life insurance
401k opportunities after your first year
$3 Shift Differential, $2 Weekend Bonus Program
DailyPay! Work today, get paid today!
Monthly Celebrations and recognitions
Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance
Weekend Option Available!
$5,000 Tuition Reimbursement Per Year
Quarterly Attendance Bonus Program
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Responsibilities:
Qualified Medication Aide (QMA) Essential Functions
The QMA is responsible for providing the medication administration, daily care, health needs, safety and comfort of the residents.
QMA's administer and document oral medications, eye medications, topical medications, suppository medications, ear drops and all others as ordered by the physician
Perform treatments on minor skin conditions per physician orders
Maintain locked medication cart and medication keys according to facility policy
Check catheters frequently and providing catheter care as assigned by the nurse
QMA's will document all medications and treatments given in the medication record and in the nurses notes according to policy
Maintaining the confidentiality of all residents and their care to ensure residents rights and privacy are protected at all times
Performing other duties as assigned by staff nurse or designee
Qualifications:
Qualified Medication Aide (QMA) Qualifications
Must be certified by the Indiana State Department of Health as a CNA in good standing
Must have completed a state approved training program in medication administration and have current QMA certification by the Indiana State Department of Health
Have a thorough understanding of the principles of safe effective nursing practices within the State of Indiana
A high school diploma or GED