Certified Medication Aide - PRN

Position: Certified Medication Aide - PRN - Day
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Waycross Health & Rehab

- a place where you'll be valued, recognized and rewarded for the vital work you do each day. We'll surround you with a strong team and leadership that supports every aspect of your life - both inside and outside of our centers. And you'll get to practice your passion in a non-profit, mission-driven organization that's known for the highest level of care in our communities

PRN:
Day

Starting Pay: $18.40 to $20.25/hour

Shift differentials evenings, nights and weekends

Weekly pay

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

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