QMA - PT in Elkhart, Indiana at Elkhart Assisted Living LLC

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

• 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
• Insulin certified
• BLS/first aid certified