Certified Nurse Aide CNA

Y-Axis; Paris, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Paris Regional Medical Center, located in Paris, Texas, is seeking a Nurse Aide / PCA to join our team. Immediate start with 3x12 night shifts (7p-7a) and rotating weekends. You will assist with patient care, ADLs, feeding, and documentation, while ensuring safety and infection control.

Your role supports licensed personnel, handles transport, discharge, and postmortem care, and contributes to a compassionate patient experience. Robust benefits and a culture of safety accompany the position.

Qualifications

• PCA certificate from PCA training program, or completion of Nurse Aide program
• Education: High school diploma; PCA training program with Certificate or Nurse Aide educational program
• PCA experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Assists with patient care throughout nursing areas under the direction of licensed personnel.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living (ADLs) and documents accordingly.
• Assists patient with feeding and/or meals as assigned and documents accordingly.
• Assists patient with elimination needs as is appropriate and documents accordingly.
• Answers alarm pendants and respond to residents'/patients’ needs appropriately and promptly.
• Collects and documents patient information as needed (including weights and vital signs). Reports abnormal findings or changes in physical, mental, and emotional conditions to nursing staff.
• Provides restorative care per care plan. Documents accordingly.
• Assists with keeping patient rooms and common areas stocked, clean and orderly. Changes linens of occupied / unoccupied beds.
• Demonstrates proper infection control practice and adheres to Infection Control Policies and Procedures and OSHA standards.
• Operates all equipment and performs all procedures/care in a safe manner.Reports faulty and/or dangerous equipment as necessary
• Assists in discharge process of patients to include transport, packing of personal belongings, and assistance with hygiene needs as requested.
• Provides for safe transport of patients through the institution. Appropriate measures are being taken to escort patients into and out of the facility.
• Assists with postmortem care including transport to the morgue.
• Assists with orientation and training of others as directed.
• Other duties as assigned. Employees may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

Skills

Patient Care

Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)

Vital Signs Collection

Infection Control

Restorative Care

Patient Transport

Postmortem Care

Critical Thinking

Decisive Judgment

Patient Documentation

Education

High school diploma

PCA training program / Nurse Aide program

Job description

Paris, Texas, United States - Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Oct, 26

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Posted On

19 Jul, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

No

Skills

Patient Care, Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), Vital Signs Collection, Infection Control, Restorative Care, Patient Transport, Postmortem Care, Critical Thinking, Decisive Judgment, Patient Documentation

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Description Your experience mattersParis Regional Medical Center is part ofLifepoint Health[https://lifepointhealth.net/locations], a diversified healthcare deliverynetwork with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitmentto prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. AsNurse, Aidejoining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated tomaking communities healthier®. Join us on this meaningful journey where yourskills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the livesof those we serve.More about our teamWe’re committed to a culture of safety and engagement, making Paris RegionalHealth a place where people want to work. We see our team as a big family -- andit's always growing.

How you’ll contribute

• Assists with patient care throughout nursing areas under the direction oflicensed personnel.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living (ADLs) and documentsaccordingly.
• Assists patient with feeding and/or meals as assigned and documentsaccordingly.
• Assists patient with elimination needs as is appropriate and documentsaccordingly.
• Answers alarm pendants and respond to residents'/patients’ needsappropriately and promptly.
• Collects and documents patient information as needed (including weights andvital signs). Reports abnormal findings or changes in physical, mental, andemotional conditions to nursing staff.
• Provides restorative care per care plan. Documents accordingly.
• Assists with keeping patient rooms and common areas stocked, clean andorderly. Changes linens of occupied / unoccupied beds.
• Demonstrates proper infection control practice and adheres to InfectionControl Policies and Procedures and OSHA standards.
• Operates all equipment and performs all procedures/care in a safe manner.Reports faulty and/or dangerous equipment as necessary
• Assists in discharge process of patients to include transport, packing ofpersonal belongings, and assistance with hygiene needs as requested.
• Provides for safe transport of patients through the institution. Appropriatemeasures are being taken to escort patients into and out of the facility.
• Assists with postmortem care including transport to the morgue.
• Assists with orientation and training of others as directed.
• Other duties as assigned. Employees may be directed to perform job-relatedtasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

What we’re looking for

• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to workwith minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
• PCA experience preferred.
• Education: Preferred: High school diploma; PCA training program withCertificate or Nurse Aide educational program; Nursing Aides who havecompleted the required education but have not obtained state licensure willbe in PCA role.
• Licenses: PCA certificate from PCA training program, or completion of NurseAide educational programSchedule: 3x12, Nights (7p-7a), rotating weekends

Why join us

People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for whoyou are not just what you can do.We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providingexcellent patient care.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits:Multiple levels of medical, dental and visioncoverage for full-time andpart-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO:Life, accident, critical illness, hospitalindemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave andpaid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth:Higher education and certification tuitionassistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being:Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (freegym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services anddiscount programs).
• Professional Development:Ongoing learning and career advancementopportunities.

More about Paris Regional Medical CenterParis Regional Medical Centeris a 154-bed general acute-care hospital that hasbeen offering exceptional care to the Northeast Texas and Southeast Oklahomacommunities for 111 years. Paris Regional is a Level III Trauma Facility,Accredited Chest Pain Center with Primary PCI, Advanced Primary Stroke Carecertified, and our orthopedic outcomes are in the top 5% in the nation.

EEOC Statement

Paris Regional Medical Centeris an Equal Opportunity Employer.Paris RegionalMedical Centeris committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicantsand employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discriminationand harassment in employment.” Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission ofMaking Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation andbehavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care acrossthe healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centersand post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved throughtalented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, withopportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make adifference in communities across the country.We employ and provide care to people from all walks of life. We are committed topromoting healing, providing hope, preserving dignity and producing value withan inclusive workforce in which diversity is leveraged, respected, andreflective of the patients, family members, customers and team members we serve.

Responsibilities

Assists licensed personnel with patient care, including activities of daily living, feeding, and monitoring vital signs. Responsible for maintaining a clean patient environment and ensuring safe transport and discharge of patients.