Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Right at Home Greater Galveston; Galveston (TX); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Flexible schedules

Medical benefits (vision & dental)

401(k) retirement plan

Weekly pay

Paid travel time & mileage

Positive work environment

Ongoing paid training

Job summary

Right at Home Greater Galveston is hiring Certified Nursing Assistants to provide compassionate in-home care to seniors and adults with disabilities in Galveston County.

You will assist with daily living activities, maintain dignity, and protect clients' safety while following a nurse's instructions and care plans. A valid CNA credential and driver’s license are required.

We offer flexible schedules, competitive pay, benefits, and ongoing training in a positive team environment.

Qualifications

• Six months experience as a Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) in health care (in homes or facilities) and successful completion of a State approved CNA course.
• Must have a sympathetic attitude toward the care of the sick and ability to work under demanding conditions.
• Read, write, speak and understand English as needed for the job.
• Must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation to report to shifts.

Responsibilities

• Assist with activities of daily living such as hygiene, ambulation, eating, dressing, and mobility.
• Provide light housekeeping and meal preparation as part of daily care.
• Assist with devices for daily living and follow nurse guidance in patient-specific tasks.
• Support client safety, dignity and comfort during visits.

Skills

CNA experience

English proficiency

Driver's license

Reliability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Pay and Benefits:

We believe that our Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) are the heart of our business. Without you, we couldn’t build meaningful relationships with our clients, put a smile on their face or be the highlight of their day. It is hard to put a price on helping others but we know how important you are and value the impact you would make day in and day out for our clients. In taking this position, you would receive:

• Competitive pay
  • Pay may vary by location, level of training and type of shift
• Flexible schedules (Shifts can be arranged to fit your schedule)
• Medical benefits, including vision and dental (Medical benefits availability is determined by individual franchises)
• 401 (k) retirement plan
• Weekly pay
• Mobile clock in/out
• Work close to home (Serve seniors in your own community)
• Ongoing PAID training and development
• On-the-job training for unique client situations
• Make a difference, develop meaningful relationships and meet new people
• Give back to those who need you most (our clients need you now more than ever before!)
• Paid travel time in between clients and paid mileage
• Extremely positive work environment
• Recognition, celebrations and great team interactions!

In this role, we stand prepared to equip you with the right personal protective equipment (PPE) and are ready to assist as you care for our vulnerable population of seniors and adults with disabilities.

What You’ll Do and Who You Are:

The good news is that your training will teach you everything you need to know to succeed on the job. But there are a few character traits you should have from the get-go. We have a great work culture at Right at Home and look for people with a similar mindset:

You’re the honest, likable, energetic and approachable type, and are able to get along and verbally communicate easily with people at all levels. You listen well, have great decision making skills and are passionate about your customer focus. You’re never short of a smile and take real pride in your work by being resourceful, accountable, and adaptable and you cope well under pressure, take initiative and thrive on a challenge. Integrity is one of your core values as you do not ethically cut corners. You make a great first impression as you are professional and kind in your demeanor and approach.

You don’t mind getting a little dirty … this could include (but is not limited to) assisting the patient with activities of daily living such as providing assistance with personal hygiene (toileting, bathing, care of mouth, skin and hair), ambulation, eating, dressing, shaving, light housekeeping, and other household chores.

You don’t have to be a gourmet chef but you can prepare a good meal and work your way around a kitchen.

You are able to perform other assigned activities which are taught by a nurse, for a specific patient, which includes but is not limited to:

• Assisting with the use of devices for aid in daily living (cane, walker, wheelchair or lift device)
• Assisting with prescribed range of motion exercises
• Measuring and preparing special diets
• Measuring intake and output

Must Haves:

• High school degree and/or a G.E.D. certificate
• Six months experience as a Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) in health care (in homes or facilities) and successful completion of a State approved Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) course
• The Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) shall have successfully completed a Competency Evaluation that meets the State licensing law for home health agencies
• Must have a sympathetic attitude toward the care of the sick, and ability to deal effectively with the demands of the job
• Current CPR Certificate is recommended
• Read, write, speak and understand English as needed for the job
• Have a valid driver's license and a dependable means of transportation that allows you to consistently report to scheduled shifts.

Why Right at Home?

We truly believe that where you work matters, and as a company that believes in improving the lives of those we serve, we think we know a thing or two about what makes our employees happy.