Certified Medication Aide - PT - Day

Four County Health and Rehabilitation; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

myFlexPay - ability to receive pay

Paid time off with ability to cash out

7 paid Holidays

Vision Insurance

401(k) with match

Referral Bonus Program

Weekly pay

Job summary

Harrington Park Health & Rehab in Augusta, GA is seeking a part-time Medication Aide to administer physician-ordered medications and provide basic patient care in a community-focused setting.

You\'ll document all administrations, perform glucose testing, and follow clinical guidelines under physician direction. Strong computer skills, organization, and good communication with residents and families are essential. Competitive benefits and weekly pay offered.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Administer physician-ordered medications and treatments.
• Perform finger-stick blood glucose testing following guidelines.
• Administer insulin, epinephrine, and B12 as directed.
• Document medication administration accurately and promptly.
• Provide routine patient care such as bathing and grooming.
• Store and dispose of medications properly.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certified Nursing Aide (GA)

Certified Medication Aide (GA)

Job description

Join us at Harrington Park 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

Part Time: Day

Starting Pay: $18.93 to $21.25/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

S UMMARY

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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