LTAC Nursing Assistant: Compassionate Patient Care & Support

Kindred; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 29,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Kindred Hospital San Antonio is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant to support licensed nurses in delivering compassionate patient care in LTAC settings. You will assist with activities of daily living, monitor patients, take vital signs, and help prepare rooms and supplies.

A minimum six months of acute or long-term care experience and a current CNA and BLS certification are required. Strong communication, reliability and the ability to work under pressure are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent (Preferred).
• Current Nursing Assistant Certification
• BLS Certification
• Minimum six months’ experience in acute or long-term care facility.

Responsibilities

• Assist nursing staff with patient care and daily living activities.
• Take and record vital signs and intake/output.
• Prepare patient rooms and beds; ensure equipment is ready.
• Assist with admissions, transfers and discharges.
• Respond to patient call lights and paging; communicate needs to RN.
• Support RN in routine treatment procedures and routine care.
• Assist with meals and feeding as needed.

Skills

Fluent English

Good attendance

Communication

Basic computer knowledge

Organizational skills

Ability to work under stress

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Kindred Hospital San Antonio is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant to support licensed nurses in delivering compassionate patient care in LTAC settings. You will assist with activities of daily living, monitor patients, take vital signs, and help prepare rooms and supplies.

A minimum six months of acute or long-term care experience and a current CNA and BLS certification are required. Strong communication, reliability and the ability to work under pressure are essential.