Certified Medication Aidee - FT - Day

Chsga; Georgia; On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

MyFlexPay – pay before payday

Paid time off with cash-out

7 paid Holidays

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Company Paid Life and Disability

401(k) with match

Referral Bonus Program

Job summary

Orchard Health & Rehab is seeking a dedicated CNA/CMA to join our full-time day team. You will administer physician-ordered medications and monitor patient responses in a compassionate, compliant setting.

Starting pay ranges from $18.93 to $21.25 per hour with shift differentials for evenings, nights and weekends. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) with match and PTO.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Administer physician-ordered medications orally, ophthalmic, topical, otic, nasal, vaginal and rectal meds.
• administer insulin, epinephrine, and B12 per physician direction.
• Administer meds via metered dose inhaler.
• Perform finger-stick blood glucose testing per guidelines.
• Document medication administration or declination per guidelines.
• Report unusual medication reactions to resident, family, and health provider.
• Properly store and dispose of medications.
• Provide routine patient care (bathing, grooming, dressing) as needed.
• Complete dressing changes of skin alterations per physician orders.

Skills

Computer proficiency

Microsoft Office

Excel

PowerPoint

Organizational skills

Communication

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certified Nursing Aide (Georgia)

Certified Medication Aide (Georgia)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Join us atOrchard 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: $18.93 to $21.25/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 WorkplaceOrchard Facebook