Qualified Medication Aide; QMA

Position: Qualified Medication Aide (QMA)
Cedarhurst Senior Living -  -  - Responsibilities:
Provide direct resident care services including medication distribution to residents while following an individualized plan of care for all residents.;
Observe residents and communicate condition changes to physicians, health care proxies, and supervisors and provide timely interventions and communication as instructed.;
Document all pertinent observations, red flags, incidents, interventions, communication, clinical procedures, and daily medication assistance/care throughout the shift as indicated.;
Administer and document medications in accordance with the five rights: right medication, right route, right resident, right time, and right dose; check vital signs, weights, and blood sugars; provide glucose monitoring and insulin administration as applicable.;
Support activities of daily living and assist with transfers, ambulation, and restorative nursing techniques as directed.