NURSE AIDE

Regency Integrated Health Services; Boerne (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider seeks a Nurse Aide in Training at their Boerne location. This role provides extensive online and hands-on training, paving the way for candidates to become Certified Nurse Aides. Excellent customer service and teamwork are essential, as you will assist residents with daily living tasks under the guidance of Charge Nurses.

Benefits

Education Assistance at NO COST

Hands-on training

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Experience as a caregiver is preferred.
• Good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with daily life activities as outlined in the care plan.
• Log care activities into the Electronic Medical Records system.
• Measure and record vital signs.

Skills

Communication

Customer Service

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Town and Country Nursing and Rehabilitation Center - Boerne, TX

Position Type: PRN

Education Level: High School

Salary Range: Undisclosed

Travel Percentage: None

Overview:

Nurse Aide in Training is a program that allows employees to receive online and on-the-floor training as a Nurse Aide. Those who demonstrate good customer service, reliability, teamwork, and a strong work ethic will become eligible for Education Assistance to become a Certified Nurse Aide. Education Assistance is provided at NO COST through various avenues depending on availability and learning preferences:

• Classes on or offsite at a Regency location.
• A local program offered by a community college or technical school.
• An internship with a waiver to skip the class, provided the employee can pass a skills check and practice exam, qualifying them to schedule for testing.

What does a Nurse Aide and CNA do in skilled nursing?

They work under the direction of Charge Nurses to assist residents with activities of daily living as outlined in the resident’s care plan. Compassion, friendliness, and a desire to help others are essential qualities for providing the personal care expected.

Essential Functions

• Ensure residents' comfort and safety, and report any situations that may cause accidents or injuries.
• Perform duties in accordance with resident care policies and procedures.
• Assist with daily tasks such as bathing, feeding, dressing, hair and nail care, mobility, and transfers.
• Log care activities into the Electronic Medical Records system.
• Measure and record vital signs.
• Observe and report symptoms, reactions, and condition changes to nursing staff.
• Maintain equipment and supplies.
• Walk with ambulatory residents or push wheelchairs as needed.
• Perform physical movements such as pushing, pulling, lifting, bending, kneeling, and reaching, with the ability to lift over 50 pounds with or without accommodations.
• Respond promptly to call lights and address residents' needs or seek assistance as necessary.
• Provide excellent customer service with tactful and appropriate communication, especially in sensitive situations.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications

Job Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Experience as a caregiver is preferred.
• Good communication skills.