CNA-Health Care

SUMMARY

Administration and documentation of physician ordered medications, treatments, and point of care testing following established clinical guidelines. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (Other duties within scope of practice may be assigned.)

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

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

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

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