Qualified Medication Aide (QMA)

Castle Healthcare•Fort Wayne, IN

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Qualified Medication Aide provides care to residents under the direction of nursing and medical staff. The role includes administering and documenting medications according to written physician orders, providing direct resident care, and performing CNA duties when not assigned to medication administration. The aide also observes and reports residents’ responses to medications and follows community procedures, safety plans, and applicable regulations.

Requirements

QMA Certificate in good standing on file with the appropriate Department of Health.
Current CNA Certificate.
One year of experience in a long-term care setting is desired.

Responsibilities

Obtain and record patients’ vital signs and weight.
Administer and document medications according to written physician orders, including oral, topical, and suppository medications, as well as eye and ear drops.
Participate in in-service programs to expand and develop abilities.
Comply with personnel and community policies and procedures, and Federal and State regulations and standards, including HIPAA privacy and confidentiality requirements.
Understand and implement the Fire Safety and Disaster Preparedness Plan and evacuation procedures during drills and emergencies.
Perform treatments that do not require a licensed nurse, such as hot or cold applications, vital signs, and weights.
Use the procedure manual to verify techniques and follow standard precautions.
Observe, record, and report unexpected or untoward effects from medications.
Take vital signs as needed before administering certain medications.
Provide direct resident care and function as a CNA when not assigned to administer medications.
Maintain courteous and professional relationships with residents, visitors, and co-workers.
Perform other tasks as assigned by the supervisor.