Certified Nurse Assistant

James L. West Center for Dementia Care • Fort Worth, TX

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The James L. West Center for Dementia Care is a single-site facility specializing in dementia care, with 100 beds in five separate living areas. The organization emphasizes high staffing ratios and collaborative employee teams. The position is a full-time opening on either the day shift (7:00 a.m.–7:15 p.m.) or night shift (7:00 p.m.–7:15 a.m.), with a two-week rotating schedule that provides every other weekend off. The Center is a nonprofit and reports spending an average of 65–70% of its revenue on employee wages and benefits. A separate free CNA training program is also described; students are paid hourly during the program and, after graduation, move into a PRN or full-time position.

Requirements

• Must have at least a 12th-grade education.
• Must be a licensed Certified Nursing Assistant in accordance with state law.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Must demonstrate the knowledge and skills needed to provide care appropriate to the age-related needs of residents served.
• Must contribute to and model teamwork and be a supportive team member.
• Must be able to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
• Must deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies or personnel, and the general public.
• Must be willing and able to work harmoniously with other personnel.
• Must have patience, tact, a cheerful disposition, and enthusiasm, and be willing to handle difficult residents.
• Must be willing to seek out new methods and principles and incorporate them into existing nursing practices.
• Must be able to communicate information about a resident’s condition.
• Must not pose a direct threat to the health and safety of others in the workplace.
• Must be knowledgeable about computers and other office machines.

Benefits

• The Center reports spending an average of 65–70% of its revenue on employee wages and benefits; specific benefit offerings are not listed.
• High staffing ratios and employee teams are described as supporting care delivery and familiarity with residents and teammates.
• The schedule provides every other weekend off.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED