Certified Nurse Aide - CNA

Buckner International; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Buckner Retirement Services Community: Ventana by Buckner in Dallas, TX is seeking Certified Nurse Assistants (CNAs) to join our onsite team. You will monitor vital signs, assist with daily living needs, provide emotional support, and contribute to residents' overall well-being. The role requires a Texas Nurse Aide Certification, current CPR, and a High School diploma or GED.

Prior experience is preferred. Buckner supports a not-for-profit, faith-based environment dedicated to exceptional elder

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• Texas Nurse Aide Certification in good standing.
• Current CPR Certification.
• Minimum one-year related experience preferred, or Buckner training.
• Knowledge of basic health care practices and infection control.
• Ability to read, write and understand business documents in English.
• Ability to communicate verbally with residents, families and staff.
• Ability to follow basic written and oral instructions.
• Friendly attitude and servant’s heart.

Responsibilities

• Ensure resident care is aligned with the care plan.
• Engage with residents, provide comfort, transportation, monitor vital signs, and assist with daily living needs.
• Contribute to community harmony by providing emotional and social support.
• Assist with personal hygiene, including bedpans and baths.
• Safely lift and reposition residents as needed.
• Provide adjunct patient care as needed.

Skills

English literacy

Verbal communication

Compassionate care

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Buckner Retirement Services Community: Ventana by Buckner

Location: Dallas, TX - Onsite

Address: 8301 N Central Expy, Dallas, TX 75225

Job Schedule: Occasional / As Needed

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.

Buckner is an Equal Opportunity Employer.