Certified Nurse Assistant (6a-6p)
Lone Star Rehabilitation & Nursing Center
Stephenville, Texas
CNA
Posted Sep 8
- Shift
- Days
- Unit
- Rehab
What the listing says
Role
- Schedule
- Days
- Term
- Permanent
- Setting
- Hospital
- Accepts
- CNA
Ratio not posted. Ask in the interview.
Pay
- Shift differential
- +$0.50/hr
About this role
About the Role
The Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) plays a vital role in delivering compassionate and high-quality care to patients within healthcare settings. This position focuses on assisting patients with daily living activities, ensuring their comfort, safety, and dignity at all times. The CNA collaborates closely with nursing staff and other healthcare professionals to monitor patient conditions and report any changes promptly.
By providing essential support in hygiene, mobility, and nutrition, the CNA contributes significantly to the overall well-being and recovery of patients. Ultimately, this role is fundamental in enhancing patient experience and supporting the efficient operation of healthcare services.
Lonestar Nursing and Rehabilitation
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2601 Northwest Loop, Stephenville Texas 76401
Minimum
Qualifications
- Completion of an accredited Certified Nurse Assistant training program.
- Valid CNA certification/license as required by the state or local regulatory authority.
- Basic understanding of medical terminology and patient care techniques.
- Ability to pass background checks and health screenings including immunizations.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills to interact effectively with patients and healthcare teams.
Preferred
Qualifications
- Previous experience working as a CNA in a hospital, nursing home, or long-term care facility.
- CPR and First Aid certification.
- Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems.
- Additional training in specialized care areas such as geriatrics or rehabilitation.
- Bilingual abilities to support diverse patient populations.
Responsibilities
- Assist patients with activities of daily living including bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting.
- Monitor and record vital signs such as temperature, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure.
- Support patients with mobility needs, including transferring, repositioning, and ambulation.
- Provide nutritional support by assisting with feeding and ensuring patients receive proper hydration.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable environment for patients by following infection control protocols.
- Communicate effectively with nursing staff regarding patient status, concerns, and changes in condition.
- Assist with basic medical procedures under the supervision of registered nurses or licensed practical nurses.
- Document patient care activities accurately and timely in compliance with healthcare regulations.
Skills
The required skills enable the CNA to provide attentive and empathetic patient care, ensuring daily needs are met with professionalism and respect. Effective communication skills are essential for accurately reporting patient conditions and collaborating with healthcare team members. Physical stamina and dexterity are necessary to assist patients with mobility and perform routine care tasks safely.
Preferred skills such as familiarity with EHR systems enhance the CNA's ability to document care efficiently and support clinical workflows. Additionally, certifications like CPR and specialized training empower the CNA to respond confidently to emergencies and provide higher levels of patient support.
Lonestar Nursing and Rehabilitation offers
- shift differential to CNAS for 10pm-6a shift for $0.50/hr
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(6a-6p)
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Requirements
- Completion of an accredited Certified Nurse Assistant training program.
- Valid CNA certification/license as required by the state or local regulatory authority.
- Basic understanding of medical terminology and patient care techniques.
- Ability to pass background checks and health screenings including immunizations.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills to interact effectively with patients and healthcare teams.
- Previous experience working as a CNA in a hospital, nursing home, or long-term care facility.
- CPR and First Aid certification.
- Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems.
- Additional training in specialized care areas such as geriatrics or rehabilitation.
- Bilingual abilities to support diverse patient populations.
Place
- City
- Stephenville, Texas
- State price level
- 3% below the national average
Texas index 97.1, where 100 is the national average.
Cost figures from U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 Regional Price Parities.
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