Certified Nursing Assistant

Ascension Living; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) plan

Well-being program

Job summary

Ascension Living in Waco, TX is seeking a Nurse Aide to support Memory Care patients. The role includes assisting with basic care activities, ADLs, transfers and reporting changes to nursing staff under RN supervision.

The position requires a Nurse Aide certification and high school diploma; BLS is preferred. Memory Care experience is a plus, with a rotating/PRN schedule at Providence Village.

Qualifications

• Direct care and ADLs assistance as part of daily tasks
• Experience with memory care settings preferred
• Nurse Aide certification required before hire or transfer date

Responsibilities

• Direct Care & ADLs: Assist patients with basic care activities, personal hygiene, daily living tasks and transfers
• Clinical Support & Reporting: Assist with physician-ordered procedures under RN supervision and promptly report changes to nursing staff
• Safety & Environment: Maintain clean, orderly patient rooms and identify safety hazards or emergencies

Skills

Direct Care

ADLs

Education

Nurse Aide certification

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Your future role at a glance

Location: Waco, TX

Facility: Providence Village

Department: Memory Care

Schedule: Rotating | PRN

Salary Range: $22.00 - $23.00 per hour

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Retirement: 403(b) plan
• Well-being support: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Direct Care & ADLs: Assist patients with basic care activities, personal hygiene, daily living tasks (ADLs), and safe transfers or transport.
• Clinical Support & Reporting: Assist with physician-ordered procedures under RN supervision and promptly report physical, mental, or emotional changes to nursing staff.
• Safety & Environment: Maintain clean, orderly patient rooms and actively identify and respond to safety hazards or emergency situations.

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

• Nurse Aide obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
• BLS Provider preferred.

Education

• High school diploma or GED preferred.

What Additional Preferences We're Seeking

• Memory Care experience.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.