Certified Medication Aide - PT - Day

CHSGa•Augusta, GA

3d•$19 - $21

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 for skin alterations as directed, and reports medication reactions or changes in a resident’s condition to the appropriate health care provider or licensed nurse. This is a part-time day position at Harrington Park Health & Rehab. Starting pay is $18.93 to $21.25 per hour, with shift differentials for evenings, nights, and weekends. Pay is 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 a computer, especially Microsoft Office, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Excellent organizational and prioritizing skills.
Effective and professional verbal and written communication skills.

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 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.
Properly store and dispose of medications.
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 a licensed nurse as needed.
Communicate professionally and warmly with associates, patients, family members, and visitors; respond to concerns and answer questions when appropriate.