CERTIFIED MEDICATION AIDE

High Shoals Health and Rehabilitation
Bishop, GA, United States
Full-time

SUMMARY

Administration and documentation of physician ordered medications, treatments, and point of care testing following established clinical guidelines.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (Other duties within scope of practice may be assigned.)

  • 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 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 needed
  • Complete 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 ABILITIES

  • Proficient in using a computer, especially Microsoft Office, Excel and Power Point
  • Excellent organizational and prioritizing skills required
  • Effective and professional verbal, and written communication skills
  • Communicates 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 QUALIFICATIONS

  • High school diploma or equivalent is required
  • Certified Nursing Aide in State of Georgia
  • Certified Medication Aide in State of Georgia

EEO / M / F / D / V / Drug-Free Workplace

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