Certified Medication Aide - PRN

CHSGa•Macon, GA

About The Position

The Certified Medication Aide administers and documents physician-ordered medications, treatments, and point-of-care testing in accordance with established clinical guidelines. The role also provides routine patient care, completes dressing changes as directed, and reports resident changes or medication reactions to the appropriate licensed nurse or health care provider. The position is PRN at Cherry Blossom Health & Rehab. Pay is $18.93 to $21.25 per hour, with shift differentials for evenings, nights, and weekends and weekly pay. Benefits listed include myFlexPay, which allows employees to receive pay before payday, and a 401(k) with match.

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.
Ability to communicate warmly and professionally and to respond to concerns with a helpful, caring demeanor.

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 in accordance with established clinical guidelines.
Administer a commercially prepared disposable enema ordered by a physician.
Document medication administration or declination in accordance with 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.
Properly store and dispose of medications.
Provide routine patient care, including bathing, grooming, and dressing, as needed.
Complete dressing changes for skin alterations in accordance with clinical guidelines and physician orders.
Report resident changes to the licensed nurse as needed.
Use a computer, especially Microsoft Office, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Communicate professionally with associates, patients, family members, and visitors; respond to expressed concerns and answer questions appropriately.