Certified Medication Aide - Montezuma Health and Rehab : Job Details

This a full time night shift position. 12 hour shifts 7a-7p. SUMMARYAdministration and documentation of physician ordered medications, treatments, and point of care testing following established clinical guidelines.ESSENTIALDUTIES 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

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