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Now Hiring - Qualified Medication Aides (QMAs)

BENEFITS & REWARDS:

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

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

• Nebulizer treatments, only if nurse completes lung assessment before and after and documents findings
• Audits documentation to assure accurate, complete, and timely recording of medications and treatments
• Calculates medication dosages and stocks the medication cart
• Participates in a med pass audit at any time
• Attends all mandatory meetings and in-services
• PRN medications, only after authorization of nurse, then nurse will assess and document effectiveness
• Documents what medications were given for the day on the medication administrator record (MAR) chart
• Safely lifts, moves, and transfers residents as required
• Observes residents for drug reactions and reports any concerns to the nurse immediately
• Topical and rectal ointments
• Non-invasive treatments
• Nasal sprays and drops
• Ear ointments and drops
• 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
• Eye ointments and drops
• Inhalers
• Oral medications, including scheduled medications
• Other duties as assigned by Director of Nursing or Nurse on duty
• Monitors residents vital signs
• Reports to the nurse on duty for instructions before administering any PRN medication

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

Job Location: Hartford City, IN - Call 765-348-1072 if you have any questions.

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.