BSL Assisted Living - CNA

Buckner International; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Buckner Retirement Services is seeking Certified Nurse Assistants (CNAs) to join our team in Dallas, TX. CNAs will monitor vital signs, support residents with daily living activities, and contribute to overall well-being.

This on-site role emphasizes compassionate care and strong communication with residents and staff. Ideal candidates have a High School diploma or GED, Texas Nurse Aide Certification, and CPR certification, plus related experience or Buckner training.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED is required.
• Texas Nurse Aide Certification is required in Texas.
• Current CPR Certification is required.
• One year of related experience preferred, or Buckner training.

Responsibilities

• Follow the care plan to ensure resident care is optimal.
• Get to know residents by sharing stories and providing comfort, transportation, and daily living assistance.
• Provide emotional and social support to residents to promote harmony.
• Assist with personal hygiene and daily activities for residents.
• Safely lift and reposition residents as needed.
• Provide adjunct patient care as needed.
• Monitor resident behaviors and inform shift leaders of changes.

Skills

Communication with residents

Reading and following instructions

Friendly attitude

Servant’s heart

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Texas Nurse Aide Certification

CPR Certification

Job description

Location: Dallas, TX - Onsite
Address: 8301 N Central Expy, Dallas, TX 75225
Shift: As Needed
Job Schedule: Occasional

We are seeking Certified Nurse Assistants (CNAs) to join our community committed to delivering outstanding care to our residents. As a CNA, you will play an important role in monitoring vital signs, fostering meaningful connections with residents, and championing their overall well-being. Join our team and inspire happiness in the lives of others!

What you’ll do:

• Ensure resident care is the best it can be by following the care plan.
• Get to know our residents by sharing stories with them while providing comfort, transportation, monitoring vital signs, and assisting with daily living needs.
• Contribute to community harmony by providing emotional and social support to residents.
• Help residents with personal hygiene, such as providing bedpans and helping them bathe.
• Safely lift and reposition residents as necessary.
• Provide adjunct patient care as needed.
• Have an eagle eye and taking notice when resident behaviors change and letting shift leaders know.

What you’ll bring:

• High School diploma or GED.
• Current Texas Nurse Aide Certification.
• Current CPR Certification.
• Minimum one-year related experience preferred, or appropriate formal education or Buckner training.
• Working knowledge of basic health care practices and procedures, including infection control.
• Requires ability to read, write and understand business documents which are written in English.
• Requires ability to communicate verbally with residents, families, visitors and co-workers. Requires ability to make self clearly understood by others.
• Requires ability to understand and follow basic written and oral step-by-step instructions.
• A friendly attitude and a servant’s heart.

The above description reflects the details considered necessary to describe the essential functions of the job and should not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be performed in the job.

About Buckner Retirement Services:

Buckner Retirement Services comprises a network of senior living communities across Texas. As a not-for-profit, faith-based organization with over 60 years of experience, we're dedicated to providing exceptional care. Recognized as a Great Place to Work at all our locations, we offer rewarding opportunities for those passionate about working with seniors. If you're seeking a career in the senior living field, consider joining us at Buckner, where our purpose sets us apart. Buckner is an Equal Opportunity Employer.