Certified Nurse Aide

Lifespacecareers; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 20,994 - 28,929; Full time

Job summary

A prominent senior living provider in Abilene, Texas is seeking a Certified Nurse Aide to deliver patient care and assist with daily living activities. Ideal candidates should have a high school diploma, relevant geriatric experience, and a certified nursing aide licensure. This role involves working closely with the nursing team and maintaining a safe environment for residents. Join a meaningful mission and thrive in a supportive community focused on personal development and excellent care.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum one year working with the geriatric population.
• Certified nursing aide licensure required by state regulations.

Responsibilities

• Follow care plan directives and assist residents with daily living activities.
• Observe and report changes in residents' conditions to the nurse.
• Record vital signs and maintain ADL records.
• Ensure a clean and safe environment following infection control standards.
• Answer call lights and assess residents' needs regularly.

Skills

Direct patient care

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certified nursing aide licensure

Job description

Community: Wesley Court

Address: 2617 Antilley Road Abilene, Texas 79606

Pay Range $15.24-$21.00+ Hourly

Live your purpose. Grow your career. Thrive through teamwork. Create meaningful, personalized experiences.

At Lifespace, team members are at the center of delivering a purpose driven experience for our residents! We provide an environment where each team member can live their aspirations, developing in their career, making a difference, and being a part of a meaningful mission. Join our outstanding Clinical team as our new Certified Nurse Aide today!

A few details about the role:

• Follow all care plan directives, administer direct patient care and assist residents to perform daily living activities such as feed, bathe, dress, groom, transfer and move residents, and transport residents to dining rooms and various events and activities.
• Initiate resident needs, assessment, and safety by observing and reporting any changes or unusual findings to the nurse.
• Coordinate with nursing team members to record accurate vital signs as well as maintain records of ADLs.
• Administer standard precautions and infection control standards by providing a clean and safe environment.
• Promptly answer call lights and on a regular basis conduct assesses resident's needs and verify needs of the resident are met.

And here's what you need to apply:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum one year working with the geriatric population.
• Certified nursing aide licensure required by state regulations.

Lifespace has enjoyed over 40 years of success, and this is just the beginning. With new opportunities, continued growth, and the support from your Lifespace family get ready to ignite your life and experience Living Lifespace.

COMPANY OVERVIEW:

Lifespace Communities headquartered in West Des Moines, Iowa and Dallas, Texas, is one of the nation's largest Senior Living providers of non-profit retirement communities. Lifespace employs over 4,500 team members and serves over 5,100 residents. The organization is committed to creating communities where people are empowered to live their aspirations.

Equal Opportunity Employer

If you are excited to learn and grow, be excellent, thrive with your team and deliver personalized experiences you'll enjoy your career with us!