Qualified Medication Administration Person (QMAP)

Supplied Talent • Ordway, CO

7d • Onsite

About The Position

A well-established senior living community in Colorado is seeking a compassionate, dependable QMAP to join its resident care team. The role safely administers medications, supports residents with daily living, and provides observations to the nursing team. The position is based in a clean, well-lit community and involves regular work in resident rooms, hallways, and dining areas. The pace can change quickly, with noise and interruptions, so attentiveness and adaptability are important. The work includes regular lifting, bending, and twisting, and team members are expected to maintain a professional appearance and demeanor.

The successful candidate receives orientation and ongoing training, including competency assessments and in-service education required by state law, as well as access to continuing education opportunities.

Requirements

• Successful completion of an approved QMAP training program and competency evaluation.
• Active listing on the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) QMAP registry.
• Ability to lift at least 50 lbs. and perform the essential functions of the role, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Eligible to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in assisted living, skilled nursing, or a hospital setting.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications only as directed by a current written order from an authorized practitioner and within the scope of QMAP authority.
• Follow medication administration policies, procedures, and Colorado regulatory requirements.
• Document each medication pass accurately and on time.
• Promptly report refusals, errors, suspected reactions, and changes in condition to the QMAP Supervisor, Administrator, or nursing leadership.
• Assist residents with bathing, showering, dressing, grooming, oral care, nail care, and personal hygiene while encouraging independence.
• Help with toileting and incontinence care, keeping residents clean, dry, and comfortable.
• Support mealtimes by verifying diet orders, serving trays and nourishments, assisting with feeding, and keeping fresh water available.
• Respond promptly to call lights and settle residents for rest and for the night with call bells within reach.
• Escort residents to activities, therapy, meals, and other areas of the community.
• Support restorative care and teach residents to use self-help techniques and medical appliances.
• Take and record vital signs and intake and output measurements.
• Observe and report changes in residents' physical condition, behavior, mood, and appetite.
• Assist with admissions, transfers, discharges, isolation care, and end-of-life care.
• Use aseptic technique and infection control practices in all care.
• Use safety devices correctly and follow safety precautions; promptly report work-related injuries to a supervisor.
• Keep resident rooms and care areas clean and orderly, including bed making and unit cleaning not covered by housekeeping.
• Welcome and assist families, visitors, and guests.
• Complete required reports and communicate clearly with LPNs, RNs, and the Director of Nursing.
• Protect resident confidentiality and follow community policies at all times.

Benefits

• Orientation and ongoing training, including competency assessments and in-service education required by state law.
• Access to continuing education opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed