What are the responsibilities and job description for the QMA 1 position at BHI Senior Living?
At Westminster Village North, we offer a seamless transition between different levels of care, ensuring our residents have access to comprehensive support and services as their needs evolve. We offer a vibrant and enriching lifestyle but also the assurance of compassionate care and long-term financial security.
As a Qualified Medication Aide on our team, you will contribute to delivering exceptional service and an outstanding guest experience.
As a BHI Senior Living Community, the staff at Westminster Village North are united in mission, we lead with compassion and provide opportunities to grow and thrive professionally.
Why You’ll Love Working Here:
At Westminster Village North we know a fulfilling career is about more than a paycheck.
We offer:
- Competitive salary
- Health benefits for full- and part-time team members (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Long/Short-Term Disability)
- Paid Time Off from day one and Holiday Pay
- 401K with matching contributions
- Professional development, tuition reimbursement, scholarships, and training programs to help you grow and thrive
- Daily pay option, telehealth, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Onsite dining options and a Starbucks on campus
- Local gift shop
- A supportive, team-oriented environment that values excellence in care and encourages staff to lead with compassion
In This Role You Will:
1. Administers non-parenteral medications and performs treatments according to written physicians’ orders and within the QMA scope of practice outlined by the state in which practicing.
2. Observes and documents any adverse reactions, takes appropriate measures, including notifying the nursing supervisor and/or Director of Nursing.
3. Assists with the admission and assessment of new residents.
4. Administers PRN medications and performs treatments upon authorization of the nursing supervisor, and/or the director of nursing. Documents results of all PRN medications and treatments.
5. Takes and records temperatures, pulses, respirations, and blood pressures in accordance with departmental policy and procedure. May perform Accuchecks once approved to perform this skill by the in-service director.
6. Adheres to the resident's care plan and medication schedules, adjusts schedules as needed and notifies nursing supervisor as appropriate.
7. Promptly addresses resident toileting needs and incontinence issues within state and/or federal regulations. Changes incontinent residents and rinses dirty linen before sending it to the laundry.
8. Make routine rounds of assigned residents and promptly reports unusual symptoms, changes, accidents, and/or injuries to the nursing supervisor, and/or the director of nursing.
9. Documents pertinent information in the resident’s medical records in accordance with departmental policies and procedures and Department of Health regulations.
10. Responds to call lights in a timely manner and provides or obtains the necessary care.
11. Performs restorative nursing procedures and follow-up care.
12. Assists with social services and life enrichment programming, as needed.
13. Performs other duties as assigned, including working as a certified nursing assistant (CNA) when assigned by the nursing supervisor and/or the director of nursing.
Shift Details:
Full-time day shift 6:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. - This position is for our Memory Care unit in Assisted Living.
Qualifications:
- Required: certified/licensed as a Qualified Medication Aide (QMA) within the state.
Westminster Village North is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Salary : $23 - $31