Nursing Assistant

Position Summary:

Assists professional nursing staff by performing specific resident care tasks, within the scope of practice from Certified Nursing Assistant.

Education:

High school graduate or equivalent. The Nursing Assistant will be listed with the Texas Department of Health Nurse Aid Registry.

Training & Experience:

1. BLS through the American Heart Association required within 90 days of hire.

2. Successful completion of general and nursing orientation within 3 months of hire.

Unusual Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

A. Ability to perform:

1. Heavy lifting

2. Sustained standing and walking

3. Work under stress

4. Varied work hours and shifts

B. May encounter exposure to infectious diseases