Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

ATTENTION JOB SEEKERS:If you are a retired/inactive nurse or graduate nurse, opportunities are currently available for you to make a difference in someone's life. The Texas Board of Nursing is implementing waivers of certain requirements to re-activate retired or inactive nursing licenses and to extend the permits of graduate nurses up to six months in response to COVID-19.Opportunities are also available for CNAs, dietary cooks and aides. Please contact Prairie Meadows Rehab and Healthcare Center for potential employment opportunities. Join our team and make a difference in someone's life.Nexion affiliates operate skilled nursing and rehabilitation as well as assisted living facilities in Colorado, Louisiana, Mississippi and Texas. Each of our affiliate skilled nursing and assisted living campuses offers a home-like setting influenced by their own unique regional cultures. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our positive clinical outcomes, resident and family member testimonials, satisfaction reports and AHCA Quality Awards.Summary:Provides services and care for residents in accordance with established policies and procedures with the goal of maintaining the highest quality outcomes for our residentsEssential Duties Responsibilities:

Answering call lights promptly to determine resident needs

Providing the required support to assist residents with their activities of daily living

Taking/recording vital signs, such as temperature blood-pressure as directed by medical or nursing staff

Makes routine rounds on assigned residents in accordance with established procedures.

Promptly communicates any significant changes in behavior or condition to supervisor.

Participates in specific committees or work teams (e.g. QAPI, Staffing) as requested.

Requirements:

State certification as a nursing assistant is required

High school diploma or equivalent is required

Highly developed observation skills

Effective communication and interpersonal skills needed

Ability to occasionally assist in lifting or transferring residents up to 250 pounds

We Offer:

Excellent wage and benefits package

Competitive wages

Opportunity to make a difference in the community

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