Qualified Medication Aide

TLC Management•Franklin, IN

About The Position

Homeview Health & Rehabilitation in Franklin, Indiana, is seeking compassionate and dedicated Qualified Medication Aides to provide medication administration, daily care, and support for residents’ health, safety, and comfort. The QMA works with nurses and other team members to deliver quality resident care, promote dignity and independence, and build positive relationships with residents, families, and coworkers. The role includes administering and documenting medications and treatments, monitoring residents, maintaining confidentiality, and following applicable Indiana regulations and facility policies.

Requirements

Current Indiana Qualified Medication Aide (QMA) certification.
Certification by the State Department of Health as a CNA in good standing.
Completion of a state-approved medication-administration training program.
Thorough understanding of safe and effective nursing practices within the state of employment.
High school diploma or GED.
Compassionate attitude and passion for resident care.
Dependability, teamwork, and strong communication skills.
Commitment to providing safe, quality care.

Responsibilities

Administer medications in accordance with Indiana QMA regulations, physician orders, and facility policies, including oral, eye, topical, suppository, and ear medications.
Assist residents with daily care needs while promoting dignity and independence.
Monitor residents’ conditions and report changes to licensed nursing staff.
Perform treatments for minor skin conditions according to physician orders.
Maintain the medication cart and medication keys in accordance with facility policy.
Check catheters frequently and provide catheter care as assigned by the nurse.
Document medications and treatments in the medication record and nurses’ notes according to policy.
Protect residents’ rights and privacy by maintaining the confidentiality of resident and care information.
Work with nurses and other team members to provide resident care.
Perform other duties as assigned by the staff nurse or designee.