Certified Medication Aide - PRN

CHSGa; Macon (GA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

myFlexPay

401(k) with match

Weekly pay

Job summary

Cherry Blossom Health & Rehab in Georgia seeks a Certified Nursing Aide and Certified Medication Aide to administer physician-ordered medications and provide routine patient care under established guidelines.

Responsibilities include administering various medications, glucose testing, documentation, and careful reporting of any reactions. Excellent organization and communication abilities are essential in a compassionate, patient-centered setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Certified Nursing Aide in Georgia.
• Certified Medication Aide in Georgia.

Responsibilities

• Administer physician-ordered medications by routes including oral, ophthalmic, topical, otic, nasal, vaginal and rectal.
• Administer insulin, epinephrine, and B12 as directed and per guidelines.
• Perform finger stick blood glucose testing following clinical guidelines.
• Document medication administration and any declines per policy.
• Store and dispose of medications properly and report unusual reactions to care team.
• Provide routine patient care such as bathing, grooming and dressing as needed.

Skills

Computer proficiency

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Join us at

Cherry Blossom 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: $18.93 to $21.25/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

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

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