CNA 12 Day shift

Vista Ridge Senior Care; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Vista Ridge Senior Care is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant for 12-hour shifts (A/B pattern) in Austin, TX. The role focuses on patient-centered care across long-term care, hospitals, and community settings, with an emphasis on dignity, respect, and professionalism.

Responsibilities include assisting with activities of daily living, monitoring vitals, and documenting in EMR/EHR systems. Experience in critical care and proficiency with EMR platforms are valued.

Qualifications

• BLS or CPR certification is required.
• Experience in critical care (ICU/ER) valued.
• EMR/EHR experience preferred (Epic, Cerner, eClinicalWorks).
• Geriatric care experience is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care with activities of daily living (bathing, dressing, feeding, mobility).
• Monitor vital signs and document in EHR accurately.
• Assist patient transfers using Hoyer lifts and safe movement techniques.
• Administer medications per protocols while ensuring HIPAA compliance.
• Support specialized care including dementia, memory care, and behavioral health needs.
• Collaborate with nursing staff to implement care plans for conditions across trauma, ICU, infectious diseases, hospice, pediatrics, geriatrics.
• Maintain accurate medical documentation and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Communicate with families and multi-disciplinary teams about treatment plans and patient progress.
• Support infection control and aseptic techniques.

Tools

Epic

Cerner

eClinicalWorks

Job description

12-hour shifts!!! Night shift!!!!

Overview

Join our dedicated healthcare team as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) on a 12-hour shift, (A&B Pattern) schedule is from 6a- 6p .. This dynamic role offers an energetic environment focused on delivering exceptional patient-centered care across diverse settings, including long-term care, hospitals, assisted living, and community health. As a vital member of our caregiving team, you will support patients with dignity, respect, and professionalism while working in a fast-paced, rewarding atmosphere that values your expertise and dedication

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care by assisting with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility support using safe lifting practices and manual handling techniques.
• Monitor and record vital signs accurately, including blood pressure, temperature, pulse, and respiration rates, ensuring proper documentation within electronic health record (EHR) systems.
• Support patient transfer methods utilizing equipment like Hoyer lifts and ensure safe patient movement to prevent injury.
• Administer medications following prescribed protocols while maintaining strict adherence to HIPAA regulations to protect patient confidentiality.
• Assist with specialized care needs such as catheter care, wound management, dementia and Alzheimer's care, memory care, and behavioral health support.
• Collaborate with nursing staff to implement care plans for patients with complex conditions including trauma (Level I & II trauma centers), ICU cases, infectious diseases, hospice needs, pediatrics, geriatrics, and post-acute care.
• Maintain accurate medical documentation using EMR/EHR systems; ensure compliance with all healthcare regulations and standards.
• Communicate effectively with patients’ families and multidisciplinary teams to promote understanding of treatment plans and patient progress.
• Support infection control protocols through aseptic techniques and proper handling of medical supplies and equipment.

Experience

• Prior experience working in critical care environments such as ICU or emergency medicine is highly valued.
• Demonstrated proficiency with EMR/EHR systems like Epic, Cerner, or eClinicalWorks is preferred.
• Experience in long-term care facilities or nursing homes with geriatric populations enhances your suitability for this role.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, and medication administration is essential for delivering safe patient care.
• Background in specialized areas such as hospice care, pediatric or behavioral health settings is advantageous.
• Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) or CPR is required; additional certifications like phlebotomy or DME are a plus.
• Proven ability to work effectively in fast-paced environments such as hospital medicine or urgent care centers while maintaining attention to detail and compassion for patients of all ages.

Join us in providing exceptional healthcare services where your skills are valued and your impact is profound!

Pay: $19.00 - $21.00 per hour