Certified Medication Aide - FT - Day

Chsga; Montezuma (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

myFlexPay

PTO with cash out

7 paid holidays

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

401(k) with match

Job summary

Montezuma Health & Rehab is hiring a certified nursing aide and medication aide to support daily resident care in a nonprofit, mission-driven environment.

The role emphasizes medication administration, basic patient care, and adherence to clinical guidelines. Competitive starting pay and benefits accompany a full-time day shift for a meaningful career in Montezuma, GA.

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

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

MS Office proficiency

Communication skills

Organization skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Microsoft Office

Job description

Join us atMontezuma 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 communitiesFull Time: DayStarting Pay: $18.40 to $20.25/hourShift differentials evenings, nights and weekendsWeekly payBenefits Offered:myFlexPay – ability to receive pay before paydayPaid time off with ability to cash out7 paid HolidaysMedical InsuranceDental InsuranceVision InsuranceCompany Paid Life and Disability401(k) with matchReferral Bonus ProgramSUMMARYResponsible for administration and documentation of physician ordered medications, treatments, and point of care testing following established clinical guidelines.ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIESAdminister 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 neededComplete 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 ABILITIESProficient in using a computer, especially Microsoft Office, Excel and Power Point.Excellent organizational and prioritizing skills requiredEffective and professional verbal, and written communication skillsCommunicates 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 QUALIFICATIONSHigh school diploma or equivalent is required.Certified Nursing Aide in State of GeorgiaCertified Medication Aide in State of GeorgiaEEO / M / F / D / V / Drug Free WorkplaceMontezuma Facebook