Certified Medication Aide - Military veterans preferred

SUMMARYAdministration 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 medicationsAdminister insulin, epinephrine, and B12 pursuant to physician direction and clinical guidelinesAdminister medications via a metered dose inhalerConduct finger stick blood glucose testing following established clinical guidelinesAdminister a commercially prepared disposable enema ordered by a physicianDocumentation of medication administration and/or declination following established clinical guidelinesReport and document in the resident's record any unusual reaction to medication and provide to resident, their family and the health care providerProperly store and dispose of medicationsProvides routine care to the patient, i.e. bathing, grooming, dressing, as neededComplete dressing changes of skin alterations as established in the clinical guidelines and per physician orders. Report changes to the licensed nurse as neededSKILLS AND ABILITIES Proficient in using a computer, especially Microsoft Office, Excel and Power PointExcellent organizational and prioritizing skills requiredEffective and professional verbal, and written communication skillsCommunicates 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 mannerMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSHigh school diploma or equivalent is requiredCertified Nursing Aide in State of GeorgiaCertified Medication Aide in State of GeorgiaEEO / M/ F/ D/ V/ Drug-Free Workplace