Certified Medication Aide

Summary

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

• 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.
• Document medication administration and/or declination following established clinical guidelines.
• Report and document any unusual reaction to medication in the resident’s record; provide information to the resident, their family, and the health care provider.
• Properly store and dispose of medications.
• Provide routine patient care, including bathing, grooming, dressing, as needed.
• Complete dressing changes of skin alterations per clinical guidelines and physician orders.
• Report changes to the licensed nurse as needed.

• Proficient in using a computer, especially Microsoft Office, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent organizational and prioritizing skills.
• Effective and professional verbal and written communication skills.
• Communicates well with associates, patients, family members, and visitors, providing warm and friendly greeting and an approachable attitude.
• Responds to expressed concerns with a helpful, caring demeanor and answers questions when appropriate in a professional manner.

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Certified Nursing Aide in the State of Georgia.
• Certified Medication Aide in the State of Georgia.
• EEO / M / F / D / V / Drug Free Workplace.