Certified Medication Aide - FT - Night

CHSGa•Statesboro, GA

2d•$19 - $21

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 patient care, completes dressing changes as directed, and reports medication reactions and changes in skin conditions to the appropriate health care provider or licensed nurse. This is a full-time night position at Heritage Inn. Starting pay is $18.93 to $21.25 per hour, with shift differentials for evenings, nights, and weekends. Employees are paid weekly.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Certified Nursing Aide in the State of Georgia.
Certified Medication Aide in the State of Georgia.
Proficiency using computers, especially Microsoft Office, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Excellent organizational and prioritizing skills.
Effective, professional verbal and written communication skills.
Warm, friendly, approachable, helpful, and caring manner when communicating with others.

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 through a metered-dose inhaler.
Conduct finger-stick blood glucose testing according to established clinical guidelines.
Administer physician-ordered commercially prepared disposable enemas.
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, and report changes to the licensed nurse as needed.
Communicate professionally with associates, patients, family members, and visitors; respond to concerns and answer questions appropriately.