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.