Certified Medication Aide - Day & Evening Shifts Available

CHSGa; Newnan (GA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

myFlexPay – ability to receive pay

401(k) with match

Job summary

Avalon Health & Rehab in Newnan, GA is seeking a Nurse Aide who will administer physician-ordered medications and provide routine patient care in a compassionate, compliant setting. The role requires Georgia CNA and CMA certifications, attention to documentation, and teamwork with nursing staff.

We offer weekly pay, shift differentials for evenings/nights/weekends, and benefits supporting your life and career while delivering high-quality care to residents.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• CNA in Georgia is required.
• CMA in Georgia is required.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Microsoft Office

Organization & prioritization

Verbal & written communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certified Nursing Aide (CNA) in GA

Certified Medication Aide (CMA) in GA

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
• 401(k) with match

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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