Certified Medication Aide - Night

GA MedGroup; Georgia; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at an innovative healthcare provider in Georgia, where you will play a crucial role in patient care. This position involves administering medications and providing essential support to patients, ensuring their comfort and well-being. You'll be part of a compassionate environment that values effective communication and teamwork. With a focus on professional growth, this role offers opportunities to enhance your skills while making a significant impact on the lives of those you care for. If you are passionate about healthcare and ready to contribute to a supportive team, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Paid time off with ability to cash out

7 paid Holidays

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Company Paid Life and Disability

401(k) with match

Referral Bonus Program

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must be a Certified Nursing Aide and Certified Medication Aide in Georgia.

Responsibilities

• Administer various medications as ordered by a physician.
• Conduct blood glucose testing and document findings.
• Provide routine care including bathing and dressing patients.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Excel

Power Point

Organizational Skills

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Certified Nursing Aide in State of Georgia

Certified Medication Aide in State of Georgia

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Full Time: Night

Starting Pay: $18.25 to $21.25/hour

Shift differentials evenings, nights and weekends

Weekly pay

Benefits Offered

• Paid time off with ability to cash out
• 7 paid Holidays
• Medical Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Company Paid Life and Disability
• 401(k) with match
• Referral Bonus Program

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.
• Document medication administration and/or declination following established clinical guidelines.
• Report and document in the resident's record any unusual reaction to medication and inform the resident, their family, and the health care provider.
• Properly store and dispose of medications.
• Provide 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 PowerPoint.
• 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 greetings and an approachable attitude. Responds to expressed concerns while displaying a helpful, caring demeanor, answering 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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