Certified Medication Aide - Day & Evening Shift

Avalon Health and Rehabilitation; Newnan (GA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

MyFlexPay – pay before payday

Paid time off with cash-out

7 paid Holidays

Vision Insurance

401(k) with match

Referral Bonus Program

Job summary

Avalon Health and Rehabilitation in Newnan, GA, is seeking a dedicated medication aide/CNA to support physician-ordered medications and patient care. You will document care, follow clinical guidelines, and collaborate with nursing staff to ensure high-quality resident care.

The role requires GA-certified Nursing Aide and GA-certified Medication Aide credentials, high attention to detail, and strong communication with residents and families.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Certified Nursing Aide in Georgia.
• Certified Medication Aide in Georgia.
• EOE/Drug Free Workplace.

Responsibilities

• Administer physician-ordered oral, ophthalmic, topical, otic, nasal, vaginal and rectal medications.
• Administer insulin, epinephrine, and B12 as directed.
• Administer medications via metered dose inhaler.
• Perform finger-stick blood glucose testing per guidelines.
• Document medication administration and any declinations.
• Store and dispose of medications properly.
• Provide routine patient care (bathing, grooming, dressing).
• Report changes to the licensed nurse and document in resident records.

Skills

Computer proficiency

Organizational skills

Communication (verbal & written)

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Join us at Avalon 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: $21.25 to $23.25/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
• Vision Insurance
• 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

Avalon 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.