Certified Medication Aide

Bolingreenhealth; Union Point (GA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

MyFlexPay

PTO with cash-out

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life & Disability

401(k) Match

Referral Bonus

Job summary

Greene Point Health & Rehab is seeking a compassionate medication aide to administer physician-ordered medications and treatments within established clinical guidelines. You will document administration, monitor residents, and provide routine care under the supervision of licensed nurses.

Required credentials include a High School diploma or equivalent, Georgia Certified Nursing Aide and Certified Medication Aide. EEO / M / F / D / V / Drug Free Workplace.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Georgia Certified Nursing Aide and Certified Medication Aide credentials required.
• Strong computer skills and ability to use Office programs effectively.

Responsibilities

• Administer physician-ordered medications and treatments per guidelines.
• Document administration and any declinations in resident records.
• Provide routine patient care such as bathing, grooming, and dressing as needed.
• Monitor resident status and report changes to licensed staff promptly.
• Store and dispose of medications properly and safely.

Skills

Proficient in MS Office

Organizational skills

Verbal and written communication

Interpersonal warmth

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certified Nursing Aide in Georgia

Certified Medication Aide in Georgia

Tools

MS Office

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Join us at Greene Point 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 is known for the highest level of care in our communities

Pay: $18.60 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

EEO / M / F / D / V / Drug Free Workplace

Greene Point Facebook As a non-profit organization, CHSGa provides access to care across the healthcare spectrum in all 159 Georgia counties. We are invested in our organization, our healthcare professionals, and the communities in which we live and work. Our mission inspires us to act boldly to address the needs of a growing, mature population in Georgia. We will continue to innovate and advance change in healthcare to better people's lives in the state of Georgia.