QMA (Qualified Medication Aide)-FT

Company: Golden LivingCenters
Location: Kokomo
Posted on: March 18, 2020

Job Description:

Job DescriptionAs a QMA (Qualified Medication Aide), are you ready to bring your heart and expertise to an award-winning team that feels like a family? Bring your passion for patient care to Golden LivingCenters. As one of the nation's leading providers of skilled nursing care, we are dedicated to helping people live fuller, longer, and more productive lives. Join us! Together, we're redefining the way care is delivered with an innovative, holistic approach that considers the whole patient every time. GENERAL PURPOSE Set up and administer medications under the direction and supervision of a Charge Nurse, and to function as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA). ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES * Prepare, administer and document medications following accepted practices, and per regulations under the direction and supervision of a Licensed Nurse * Assist residents with activities of daily living including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, changing of bed linens, and positioning in and out of bed, chair, etc. Assist with resident recreation programs. Prepare residents for meals and snacks. Assist residents in eating where needed and record food intake * Read and follow daily care plans; perform assigned restorative and rehabilitative procedures; report changes in resident condition to Nurse in charge; document care provision on resident record/flow sheets as required and report accidents and incidents; and provide nursing functions as directed by supervisor * Assist in admission, transfer, and discharge of residents * Comply with all Company policies related to safety and infection control procedures including the proper use of mechanical lifts, gait belts, and personal protective back supports * Understand, comply with and promote all rules and regulations regarding residents' rights; promote positive relationships with residents, visitors, and regulators, to include presenting a professional appearance * Attend and participate in educational activities, in-service training, and staff meetings; assist in orientation and training other staff. * Participate in Quality Improvement activities as assigned * Other duties as assigned or needed CODE OF CONDUCT Must adhere to the Company's Code of Conduct and Business Ethics policy including documentation and reporting responsibilities

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