Certified Medication Aide - FT Night Shift

Role and 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.
• Absorb and document medication administration and/or declination following established clinical guidelines.
• Report and document unusual reactions to medication in the resident’s record and provide to resident, their family and the health care provider.
• Properly store and dispose of medications.
• Provide routine care to the patient, including 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 greetings and an approachable attitude.
• Responds to expressed concerns while displaying a helpful, caring demeanor, answers questions when appropriate in a professional manner.

Minimum Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Certified Nursing Aide in State of Georgia.
• Certified Medication Aide in State of Georgia.