Certified Nursing Assistant - CNA

Cantex Continuing Care Network; Lufkin (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with match

Medical, Dental, Vision & Supplemental

Vacation, Sick, Personal Holidays & U.

Short-Term Disability

Life Insurance

Tuition & CEU Reimbursement

Rewards & Recognition Program

Job summary

Cantex Continuing Care Network in Lufkin, TX is seeking a dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to provide direct patient care in collaboration with the nursing team.

You will follow individualized care plans, document observations, support patient independence, and ensure safety during lifts and transfers. This role emphasizes compassionate care, accurate reporting to Charge Nurse, and adherence to facility policies.

Qualifications

• Current state certification as a Nursing Assistant.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.
• Ability to lift, move, and transfer patients safely.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care per care plans and safety procedures.
• Document patient care activities and observations.
• Promote independence and quality of life for patients.
• Communicate patient status updates to the Charge Nurse at shift start and end.
• Observe patient conditions and document observations.
• Maintain a safe, clean, hazard-free environment.
• Assist with safe lifting, positioning, transferring.
• Ensure equipment and devices are clean and charged; report malfunctions.
• Participate in required in-service education and certification activities.
• Perform incidental housekeeping tasks to support a safe care environment.
• Serve as a team leader and role model for abuse prevention and quality care.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

CNA certification

Patient care

English proficiency

Education

State CNA certification

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Overview

The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) provides direct patient care and daily nursing support in accordance with individualized care plans, established standards of care, and applicable policies and procedures. This role assists patients with routine care needs, monitors and reports changes in patient condition, supports patient safety initiatives, and promotes independence whenever possible. The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) works collaboratively with nursing staff to support quality patient care and positive clinical outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care services to assigned patients in accordance with care plans, safety procedures, and applicable regulations.
• Document patient care activities and observations in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Promote and support patient independence and quality of life whenever possible.
• Communicate patient status updates and care concerns to the supervising Charge Nurse at the beginning and end of each shift.
• Observe patient conditions, contribute relevant clinical information, and document observations as required.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and hazard-free environment for patients, visitors, and staff.
• Follow established procedures for safe lifting, positioning, transferring, and assisting patients.
• Ensure care-related equipment and mobile devices remain clean, functional, and properly charged, and report malfunctions to the supervisor.
• Participate in required in-service education, certification maintenance activities, and Patient Care Management Systems training.
• Perform incidental housekeeping or maintenance tasks necessary to support a clean and safe care environment.
• Serve as a team leader and role model while supporting abuse prevention, patient safety, and quality care initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

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Qualifications

• Current state certification as a Nursing Assistant required.
• Ability to read, write, and speak the English language.
• Ability to lift, move, and transfer patients safely

Benefits/EEO

What We Offer You

• Competitive Wages
• 401k with match
• Medical, Dental, Vision & Supplemental Insurance
• Vacation, Sick, Personal Holiday & Paid Holidays
• Short-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Tuition & CEU Reimbursement
• Rewards & Recognition Program

EEOC

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We offer an excellent benefit plan to include 401(k) with match, CEU reimbursement, vacation, sick time, holidays, medical, dental, and supplemental insurance plans, as well as a highly competitive compensation package.