Certified Medication Aide Job at Northridge Health & Rehab
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SUMMARY
Responsible for administration and documentation of physician ordered medications, treatments, and point of care testing following established clinical guidelines.
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.
- 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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