Night Shift CNA - Compassionate Patient Care Partner

DHR Health; Edinburg (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

DHR Health in Edinburg, TX is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant for night shift to support RN-led patient care, maintain a safe and clean environment, and assist with meals, transportation, and observation.

Under supervision, the CNA delivers direct patient care, documents observations, communicates changes, and collaborates with the care team to promote quality outcomes; bilingual abilities and strong customer service are valued.

Qualifications

• Graduated from an accredited Certified Nurse Assistant or PCT program.
• Active Texas C.N.A license or Patient Care Tech certification required.
• Must be sensitive to cultural and bilingual issues.
• Good written and verbal communication skills required.
• Ability to read, write and speak English, required.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely with all levels of nursing, administration, and physicians.

Responsibilities

• Promotes the facility mission, vision and values by effectively communicating them to others.
• Adhere to instructions issued by the department’s leadership and perform duties in accordance with established DHR routines, methods and techniques.
• Follows Standard Precautions and OSHA Guidelines.
• Prepare and maintain a record of observations and care given.
• Assist with admissions to the unit, Orient family members/responsible parties to the unit; provide hospitality to patients families.
• Maintain a safe, secure, comfortable environment for every patient.
• Support nursing staff in a calm, efficient manner during acute, emergency situations Measure and report vital signs.
• Accurately observe, recognize changes and report to nursing staff in a timely fashion.
• Comply with policies, procedures and specific protocols for patient lifts and transfers as designated by the care plan.

Skills

Communication skills

Bilingual awareness

Customer service

Reading & writing in English

Education

Certified Nurse Assistant program

Texas CNA license

Job description

DHR Health in Edinburg, TX is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant for night shift to support RN-led patient care, maintain a safe and clean environment, and assist with meals, transportation, and observation.

Under supervision, the CNA delivers direct patient care, documents observations, communicates changes, and collaborates with the care team to promote quality outcomes; bilingual abilities and strong customer service are valued.