Description

Position Title: Qualified Medication Administration Person (QMAP)

Classification: Non-Exempt

Reports To: Resident Services Director or Administrator

Summary/Objective: To administer medications according to Colorado Department of Public Health & Environment training, provide residents with routine daily care in accordance with established procedures, and ensure a safe, comfortable home environment is maintained for residents.

Essential Functions:

· Practice safe administration of medication via multiple routes using written physician orders according to the six rights of medication administration taught in the Colorado Department of Public Health & Environment QMAP Training Course and the Assisted Living policies and procedures

· Perform vital signs as ordered and follow prescribed parameters in administering medications

· Maintain security of all medications and ensure that controlled drugs are kept under double lock and counted between each shift according to policies and procedures

· Reorder medications as needed or notify the designated staff member using appropriate protocols when there is a need for reordering medications

· Accurately report medication refusals to designated supervisor and notify physician as directed for refusal of critical medications

· Create medication error incident report for all errors in administering medications that are made or discovered

· Always respect resident rights, and report concerns to a supervisor

· Perform fundamental duties of resident care not requiring a licensed nurse, and based on assignment and resident needs, such as bathing, oral hygiene, dressing, undressing, and other activities of daily living

· Document all personal care using systems and protocols provided by supervisor

· Observe and communicate resident changes in condition to supervisor and report on all actions taken with resident care

· Assist with admissions, discharges and transfers

· Clean resident rooms, linens, clothing and equipment such as wheelchairs and walkers per schedule, and maintain daily orderliness in resident living areas and shared areas

· Assist with resident activities, including onsite events and trips away from the property, when requested by Activities Director

· Respect resident privacy and maintain confidentiality of resident information

· Observe and follow all safety protocols and fire and emergency plans

· Keep work areas and carts clean, organized and orderly

· Engage in appropriate, careful and efficient use of equipment and resources to minimize costs.

· Assist with dining setup and cleanup for meals and snacks

· Communicate all important information to incoming shift, and work together as a team to ensure the best quality resident care possible

· Other duties as assigned

Requirements

Work Environment:

· Must be able to lift up to 30 lbs comfortably

· Comfortable using and climbing on step stools

· Certain activities may require repetitive movements including climbing, crawling, crouching, pulling, pushing

· Works beyond normal working hours, on weekends and holidays. May be called during off hours to respond to emergency or unusual situations

Competencies:

· Ability to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing, including the ability to provide non-

technical assistance in a simple, straightforward manner

· Demonstrate sensitivity to the concerns of residents and a commitment to dealing fairly with all

· Friendly, professional demeanor, positive disposition, tactful, patience and high ethical character even while dealing with difficult or upset residents

· Strong organizational and interpersonal skills; attention to detail

· Intermediate computer knowledge and typing skills; working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite

· Respect for privacy and ability to maintain confidentiality of resident care information

· Enjoys community involvement, resident interaction, and public representation of the organization.

· Bilingual a plus

Education and Experience:

· Training and designation as Qualified Medication Administration Person (QMAP) through program approved by the State of Colorado Department of Health

· Read, write, speak and understand the English language

· Demonstrated working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, Outlook

Expected Hours of Work:

This role is considered full-time and works 40 hours per week during scheduled shifts as needed.