Description:

QMAs will provide medications, and nursing care to residents, as supervised by the community nurse.

Duties Include:

Perform the functions of a CNA Accurately administer oral, topical, rectal, ophthalmic, and optic medications as prescribed for the resident (shall not administer injectable or chemotherapeutic medications) Responsible for the observation of the desired or undesirable effects of the drug administered, and the reporting of those effects to the licensed nurse Administer PRN medications and treatments only upon the authorization of the licensed nurse or physician Responsible to care for residents to the full capacity allowed by the CNA title Document the administration or withholding or resident's refusal of medications in the medical record and notify the nurse in charge immediately Keep LPN/RN informed of the resident's condition and responses to medications in a timely manner Other duties as assigned Honor and respect the privacy of residents, staff, and the organization Maintain the confidentiality of resident information in compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and sensitive organizational information. Follows policies and procedures; completes tasks correctly and on time

Job Requirements/Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent Completion of a state-approved medication administration course, in accordance with the regulatory agency guidelines, and be able to furnish and maintain proof of certification as a QMA Certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant, recognized by the state of Indiana and maintain certification Knowledgeable and able to use the equipment and devices used in the administration of medications to residents Ability to effectively communicate in verbal and written communications and possess the ability to maintain accurate medication records for each resident Willingness to cooperate and work with other staff and residents Special interest in the aging population and strong desire to provide care in a compassionate manner Ability to deal with a high degree of frustration, function calmly in emergencies, flexible, able to shift priorities Ability to lift to 80 pounds occasionally and up to 60 pounds frequently