Certified Nursing Aide (CNA)

Caraday Healthcare, LLC; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare company in Austin is looking for a Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) to assist residents with daily living activities. The role involves bathing, transferring residents, and ensuring hygiene. Candidates must have a high school diploma and current Nurse Aide certification in Texas. Evening and weekend shifts may be required. Join a supportive environment focused on resident dignity and independence.

Qualifications

• Must be in good standing on the Nurse Aide Registry in Texas.
• Ability to carry out written instructions in English.
• Understanding of resident rights and safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with activities of daily living.
• Provide toileting care and maintain hygiene.
• Lift and transfer residents as required.

Skills

Ability to understand verbal instructions

Ability to communicate clearly

Education

High school diploma or equivalent (GED)

Current Nurse Aide certification in Texas

Job description

Overview

JOB TITLE: CERTIFIED NURSE AIDE (CNA)

JOB CODE: 51

DEPARTMENT: NURSING

FLSA STATUS: NON-EXEMPT

REPORTS TO: DIRECTOR OF NURSING

JOB SUMMARY: Responsible for assisting residents with activities of daily living in order to promote resident independence and dignity.

Responsibilities

• Bathe, shower, shampoo, shave, comb hair, dress appropriately, and perform nail care for any residents assigned
• Follow resident assignment schedule as made out by the charge nurse
• Lift, move, and transfer residents as required
• Answer call lights in a timely manner
• Assist or feed residents
• Keep residents clean and dry by providing toileting or incontinent care
• Provide supportive, protective, and safe environments for residents
• Understand and adhere to the guidelines of “Residents Rights” and assure resident safety
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
• Current Nurse Aide certification in the state of Texas
• Must be in good standing on the Nurse Aide Registry in the state of Texas and Misconduct Registry
• Ability to understand, remember and carry out verbal and written instructions in English
• Ability to speak clearly and hear well enough to communicate with residents

Preferred:

• CPR Certified

Physical Requirements

The ability to safely perform movements such as pushing, pulling, lifting, bending, kneeling, and reaching up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodations.

Work Schedule

As assigned, including some weekends, evenings and holidays

Work Environment

Clinical

EEO Statement

Caraday Healthcare provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or any other characteristic protected by law.