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QMAP ~ Full Time ~ New Senior Living Community
$39,520 - $43,680/Yr
MorningStar Senior Management - Fort Collins, CO
posted 2 months ago
Full-time - Entry Level
Fort Collins, CO
Nursing and Residential Care Facilities
About the position
The Med Care Manager/QMAP at MorningStar Senior Living is responsible for administering and documenting prescribed medications to residents under the direction of the Wellness Director. This role emphasizes the importance of a transformative culture and servant-leadership, aiming to provide compassionate care to residents while ensuring their safety and well-being.
Responsibilities
- Administer and document regularly prescribed medications per the Medication Administration record observing the five rights for safe administering of meds and per physician orders.
- Order medications from the pharmacy when prescribed, ensuring they arrive on time and notifying the Wellness Director of any issues.
- Document medications given immediately after administration in the resident's medical record.
- Observe and report reactions and side effects of medications to the licensed nurse.
- Take and record vital signs prior to administering medications that could affect them as ordered by the Physician or Wellness Director.
- Administer PRN medications as per physician order.
- Report any medication errors to the Wellness Director immediately.
- Assist with the development and review of the resident's care plan in conjunction with other disciplines.
- Ensure residents' privacy, respect, and dignity.
- Detect, correct, and report unsafe conditions that may result in harm to a resident.
Requirements
- Must be a qualified medication administration personnel (QMAP) with relevant certifications.
- Experience in a senior living or healthcare environment is preferred.
- Strong communication skills to interact effectively with residents and staff.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks.
Nice-to-haves
- Experience with electronic medical records (EMR) systems.
- Knowledge of geriatric care and medication management.
Benefits
- Health Insurance offerings such as medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Life, disability, accident, and critical illness insurance
- 401k plan with matching
- HSA options
- Employee assistance programs
- Paid sick, vacation and birthday
- Career development programs and opportunity for advancement
- Charitable and philanthropic opportunities
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Free shift meal
