Certified Medication Aide - FT - Day

CHSGa•Statesboro, GA

About The Position

The Certified Medication Aide is responsible for administering and documenting physician-ordered medications, treatments, and point-of-care testing in accordance with established clinical guidelines. The role also provides routine resident care, completes dressing changes as directed, and reports changes or unusual medication reactions to the appropriate care providers. This is a full-time day position at Eagle Health & Rehab. Starting pay is $18.93 to $21.25 per hour. Evening, night, and weekend shift differentials are available. Pay is weekly.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Certified Nursing Aide certification in the State of Georgia.
Certified Medication Aide certification in the State of Georgia.
Proficiency using a computer, especially Microsoft Office, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Excellent organizational and prioritizing skills.
Effective and professional verbal and written communication skills.
Communicate well with associates, patients, family members, and visitors; provide a warm and friendly greeting and an approachable attitude.
Respond to expressed concerns with a helpful, caring demeanor and answer questions professionally when appropriate.

Responsibilities

Administer physician-ordered oral, ophthalmic, topical, otic, nasal, vaginal, and rectal medications.
Administer insulin, epinephrine, and B12 according to physician direction and clinical guidelines.
Administer medications using a metered dose inhaler.
Conduct finger-stick blood glucose testing in accordance with established clinical guidelines.
Administer commercially prepared disposable enemas ordered by a physician.
Document medication administration or declination according to established clinical guidelines.
Report and document unusual medication reactions in the resident’s record and communicate them to the resident, family, and health care provider.
Store and dispose of medications properly.
Provide routine patient care, including bathing, grooming, and dressing, as needed.
Complete dressing changes for skin alterations according to clinical guidelines and physician orders.
Report changes to the licensed nurse as needed.