Certified Medication Aide

sasllc; Macon (GA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

MyFlexPay

Paid time off

7 holidays

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life and Disability

401(k) with match

Referral Bonus

Job summary

Cherry Blossom Health & Rehab is seeking a Licensed Nursing Assistant with Certified Medication Aide credentials to accurately administer physician-ordered medications and perform point-of-care testing. You will work in a nonprofit, mission-driven environment with a supportive team and opportunities to impact resident care.

Responsibilities include administering various medications, conducting finger-stick glucose testing, documenting care in resident records, and communicating with nurses and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Georgia CNA certification.
• Georgia Certified Medication Aide certification.

Responsibilities

• Administer physician-ordered medications by route specified.
• Conduct finger stick blood glucose testing.
• Document medication administration accurately.
• Provide routine patient care (bathing, grooming, etc.).
• Store and dispose of medications properly.
• Report any adverse reactions to the nurse and family.

Skills

Organizational skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Customer interaction

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Georgia CNA

Georgia Certified Medication Aide

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Join us at

Cherry Blossom Health & Rehab - a place where you'll be valued, recognized and rewarded for the vital work you do each day. We'll surround you with a strong team and leadership that supports every aspect of your life - both inside and outside of our centers. And you'll get to practice your passion in a non-profit, mission-driven organization that's known for the highest level of care in our communities

Pay: $18.93 to $21.25/hour

Shift differentials evenings, nights and weekends

Weekly pay

Benefits Offered

• myFlexPay - ability to receive pay before payday
• Paid time off with ability to cash out
• 7 paid Holidays
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Company Paid Life and Disability
• 401(k) with match
• Referral Bonus Program

SUMMARY

Responsible for administration and documentation of physician ordered medications, treatments, and point of care testing following established clinical guidelines.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Administer physician ordered oral, ophthalmic, topical, otic, nasal, vaginal and rectal medications.
• Administer insulin, epinephrine, and B12 pursuant to physician direction and clinical guidelines.
• Administer medications via a metered dose inhaler.
• Conduct finger stick blood glucose testing following established clinical guidelines.
• Administer a commercially prepared disposable enema ordered by a physician.
• Documentation of medication administration and/or declination following established clinical guidelines.
• Report and document in the resident's record any unusual reaction to medication and provide to resident, their family and the health care provider.
• Properly store and dispose of medications.
• Provides routine care to the patient, i.e. bathing, grooming, dressing, as needed
• Complete dressing changes of skin alterations as established in the clinical guidelines and per physician orders.
• Report changes to the licensed nurse as needed.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Proficient in using a computer, especially Microsoft Office, Excel and Power Point.
• Excellent organizational and prioritizing skills required
• Effective and professional verbal, and written communication skills
• Communicates well with other associates, patients, family members, and visitors providing warm and friendly greeting and an approachable attitude. Responds to expressed concerns while displaying a helpful, caring demeanor, answers questions when appropriate in a professional manner.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Certified Nursing Aide in State of Georgia
• Certified Medication Aide in State of Georgia

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