CHSGa·Commerce, Georgia
Responsible for the administration and documentation of physician-ordered medications, treatments, and point-of-care testing. Provides routine patient care including bathing, grooming, and dressing changes while reporting changes to licensed nurses.
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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.
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Requires a high school diploma or equivalent and valid Certified Nursing Aide and Certified Medication Aide certifications in the State of Georgia. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and strong professional communication skills are also required.
Market context
In Georgia, physician openings are typically competitive because employers look for strong clinical credentials, relevant experience, and comfort working in fast-paced care settings. For this role category, candidates often stand out by showing clear patient-care judgment and familiarity with the specific specialty or workflow. The job requirements and benefits on this platform are AI-summarized from the original job description, saving you research time; review the original posting for any licensure, scheduling, or documentation details before applying.
