Certified Medication Aide - FT Night Shift

Join us at   Northridge 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 Full Time: Starting Pay: $18.60 to $21.25/hour Shift differentials evenings, nights and weekends Weekly pay Benefits Offered: • myFlexPay – ability to receive pay before payday • Paid time off with ability to cash out • 7 paid Holidays • Medical Insurance • Dental Insurance • Vision Insurance • Company Paid Life and Disability • 401(k)  with match • Referral Bonus Program 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 Northridge Facebook