Qualified Medication Aide (QMA)

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Obtains and records patient's vital signs and weight.
• Administers and documents medications given by following specifically written physicians orders, including oral, topical, and suppository medications, as well as eye and ear drops.
• Participates in all in-service programs to expand and develop abilities.
• Maintains compliance to all personnel policies, established community policies and procedures, and Federal and State regulations and standards, including but not limited to HIPAA privacy and confidentiality laws.
• Understands and implements the Fire Safety and Disaster Preparedness Plan and evacuation procedures of the community during drills and actual emergencies.
• Performs various treatments not requiring license nurse (hot/cold applications, vital signs, weights, etc.).
• Uses procedure manual to verify correct techniques and practices standard precautions.
• Observes, records, and reports observations such as unexpected and untoward effects from medications.
• Takes vital signs as needed prior to administration of certain medications.
• Provides direct resident care.
• Functions as a CNA when not assigned to administer medications.
• Develops and maintains courteous and professional relationships with residents, visitors, and co-workers.
• Performs other tasks as assigned by supervisor.

  QUALIFICATIONS

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