SUMMARY

• 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. 

• 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.

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Certified Nursing Aide in State of Georgia
• Certified Medication Aide in State of Georgia