Certified Nursing Assistant
We are looking for a dependable, compassionate, and reliable caregiver to provide care to a dementia client in Whitney, Tx.
Locaction: Whitney
Full time position with mandatory overtime 47 hours every week
Must have some weekend required availbility.
MUST have a valid drivers license
Must have a CURRENT TB skin test
Must be able to pass a clean background check
Must have at least 1 year of experience
Duties:
- Provide personal care assistance to individuals with developmental disabilities, dementia, or other special needs
- Assist with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, and grooming
- Administer medications according to prescribed schedules and document administration accurately
- Monitor and record vital signs, such as blood pressure and temperature
- Prepare nutritious meals and assist with feeding if necessary
- Assist with light housekeeping tasks, such as laundry and tidying up living areas
- Provide companionship and engage in social activities with clients
- Follow all HIPAA regulations to ensure client confidentiality
- Collaborate with healthcare professionals, such as nurses or social workers, to coordinate care
Skills:
- Experience in dementia care and working with individuals with developmental disabilities
- Knowledge of medication administration procedures and safety precautions
- Familiarity with vital sign monitoring and documentation
- Understanding of HIPAA regulations and the importance of client confidentiality
- Ability to provide compassionate care and maintain a positive attitude
- Strong communication skills to effectively interact with clients, their families, and healthcare professionals
- Excellent organizational skills to manage schedules, medications, and daily tasks efficiently
- Flexibility to adapt to changing needs and schedules of clients
Please note that this job description is not exhaustive and may be subject to change or modification at any time.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $17.
00 per hour
Expected hours: No more than 47 per week
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* Dental insurance
* Flexible schedule
* Health insurance
* Paid time off
* Vision insurance
Standard shift:
* Day shift
Supplemental schedule:
* Holidays
Weekly schedule:
* Every weekend
* Monday to Friday
* Rotating weekends
Application Question(s):
* How many minutes are you willing to travel to a client? (We require at least 30 minutes)
* Do you have any physical limitations? (MUST be able to bend and lift /pull 50 pounds
* Do you have an active TEXAS CNA license? (If we check and you are not on the registry you will be rejected)
* Are you available to work 47 hours every week with 7 hours being paid overtime ?
* Do you have some weekend availability if needed?
* If hired, what date are you available to start? (We have urgent immediate need 1/9/23)
Work Location: In person