Certified Nurse Assistant

James L. West; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

The James L. West Center for Dementia Care in Fort Worth, TX is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant for full-time day shifts (7:00 am–7:15 pm) or night shifts (7:00 pm–7:15 am) on a rotating two-week schedule. This nonprofit facility values high staffing ratios and a supportive team environment.

We offer a CNA school, a pathway from student to full-time staff, and opportunities to care for residents with dementia. Strong English communication and teamwork are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Must have at least a 12th grade education.
• Licensed Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) per Texas laws.
• Must read, write, speak and understand English.
• Be a supportive team member and contribute to teamwork.
• Must be able to make independent decisions when appropriate.
• Willingness to learn and adopt new nursing practices.
• Knowledgeable about computers and office machines.

Skills

English proficiency

Teamwork

Decision making

Patience

Empathy

Tact

Computer literacy

Education

12th grade education

Job description

Certified Nurse Assistant# Certified Nurse AssistantThe West Center - Fort Worth, TX 76102## OverviewPosition TypeFull TimeJob ShiftAnyEducation LevelNot SpecifiedTravel PercentageNoneCategoryHealth Care## DescriptionThe James L. West Center for Dementia Care is the preeminent provider of dementia care services in North Texas. We are a single site facility, specializing in dementia care. We have 100 beds in five separate living areas, and we have been blessed to continue to have a high census!We are committed to high staffing ratios ensuring that you are able to provide the best care possible. Our staff chose to move to 12-hour shifts to provide a better balance between work and home. Our employee teams consistently work together so you get to know your teammates as well as you know your residents. We have bi-weekly calls so that our employees hear directly from the administrative team regarding COVID-19 updates and policy changes. We also offer a wide variety of benefits for our employees to choose from.We currently have full-time openings on our day shift which is 7:00am - 7:15pm. Night shift is 7:00pm - 7:15am. This is a 2-week rotating schedule allowing for every-other weekend off work.We also have our own CNA school! Please forward our information if you know of someone in the Dallas-Fort Worth area who wants to become a CNA. The program is FREE! We pay an hourly wage to our students while they are in the program. Once they graduate, they move into a PRN or full-time position with our company.We are a non-profit company, so all the money paid by our residents is spent right here in our facility. We average between 65-70% of our revenue is spent on wages and benefits for our employees.## Qualifications# EducationMust possess, as a minimum, a 12th grade education.ExperienceMust be a licensed Certified Nursing Assistant in accordance with laws of this state.Specific RequirementsMust be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.Must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age-related needs of the residents served.Must be a supportive team member, contribute to and be an example of team work and team concept.Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.Must possess the ability and willingness to work harmoniously with other personnel.Must have patience, tact, a cheerful disposition and enthusiasm, as well as the willingness to handle difficult residents.Must be willing to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing nursing practices.Must be able to relate information concerning a residents condition.Must not pose a direct threat to the health and safety of other individuals in the workplace.Must be knowledgeable of computers and other office machines.