Lead QMAP/Caregiver
About The Position
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Qualified Medication Aide to join our team in providing exceptional care to residents in an assisted living environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in patient care, particularly in memory care and senior care settings. As a Qualified Medication Aide, you will play a vital role in ensuring the health and well-being of our residents by administering medications and monitoring their vital signs. If you are a QMAP and are interested in stepping into a leadership role, please apply! This is a great opportunity for someone who takes pride in their work, communicates well, supports their coworkers, and is comfortable helping hold the shift accountable.
Requirements
- Certification as a Qualified Medication Aide is required.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a team.
- Ability to follow detailed instructions and maintain confidentiality regarding resident information.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in assisted living or senior care settings is preferred.
- Knowledge of memory care practices and patient care techniques is highly desirable.
- Familiarity with vital sign monitoring and medical office systems is a plus.
- Compassionate demeanor with a genuine desire to improve the quality of life for seniors.
Responsibilities
- Administer prescribed medications to residents according to established protocols.
- Monitor and document residents' vital signs, reporting any significant changes to nursing staff.
- Assist with daily living activities, ensuring the comfort and safety of residents.
- Maintain accurate records of medication administration and resident care.
- Collaborate with nursing staff to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Provide support for hospice care as needed, ensuring dignity and respect for all residents.
- Utilize medical terminology effectively when communicating with healthcare professionals.
- Ensure compliance with all health regulations and facility policies.
- Resident accountability (LOAs)
- Walking rounds completed
- Fridge temps completed
- Missed tasks/Documentation completion - Care stream tasks signed off from outgoing shift
- Environmental rounds - Propped external doors, water leaks/spills, etc.
- Supply checks - communicate needs to coordinator
- Vital Equipment checks
- Tablet/phone charging
- Mentor new staff
- Respond to resident concerns - escalate to DoW and ED
- Immediate staffing issues - escalate to staffing manager or ED
- Escalate clinical concerns to DoW
- Verify narc counts completed
- End-of-shift readiness - Did today's work get done?
- Trash, care stream tasks completed, LOA checks, equipment returned
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
