Certified Nursing Aide - FT Days, FT Nights 12hr shifts ($3,500 Sign-on Bonus) & PRN

As a Certified Nursing Aide at Summit LTC, you will provide essential patient care, which includes monitoring vital signs and assisting patients with daily living activities. You'll also help transport patients within the facility and serve as a critical communication link between patients and medical staff.

To apply for the Certified Nursing Aide position at Summit LTC, candidates must have a high school diploma, complete state-approved CNA certification training, and possess a current registration on the Texas Nurse Aide Registry. While one year of experience in a skilled nursing or long-term care environment is preferred, it is not mandatory. A valid Texas driver’s license is also required.

Summit LTC provides a robust benefits package for Certified Nursing Aides, including competitive wages, access to wages before payday, medical, dental, vision insurance, and life insurance, along with a 401(k) plan. Additionally, there are paid time off options and a generous employee referral bonus program!

Yes, Summit LTC offers an attractive $3,500 sign-on bonus for new Certified Nursing Aides! This bonus is part of our commitment to attracting dedicated caregivers to our team.

Certified Nursing Aides at Summit LTC can choose to work full-time during the day, night shifts, with 12-hour shifts available. There are also PRN positions for those seeking flexible scheduling options.

When answering this question, share specific examples from your past roles, focusing on your responsibilities, interactions with patients, and any challenges you overcame. Highlight your ability to maintain a high level of compassion and professionalism.

Discuss your strategies for de-escalating tense situations, such as active listening, patience, and empathy. Illustrate with an experience where your approach led to a positive outcome.

Mention key skills such as communication, empathy, attention to detail, and the ability to work within a team. Providing examples of how you've demonstrated these skills in your prior positions can strengthen your answer.

Explain your time management strategies and how you assess urgency based on patient needs. Share past examples of effective prioritization that allowed you to provide excellent care.

Reflect on personal experiences that demonstrate your passion for patient care and the satisfaction that comes from improving someone’s quality of life. Being genuine will resonate well with the interviewer.

Describe your familiarity with electronic medical records and maintaining accurate, timely documentation of patient interactions and care. Emphasize your understanding of the importance of documentation in providing seamless patient care.

Express your commitment to professionalism and patient advocacy. Discuss the importance of addressing issues directly with the individuals involved and escalating the matter to supervisors when necessary, emphasizing a focus on patient safety.

Speak from the heart about your personal reasons for choosing this field, whether it's a passion for helping others, a desire to work in healthcare, or a family experience that inspired your journey.

Discuss your physical fitness regimen and your strategies for managing endurance on the job, including the importance of proper body mechanics and self-care to avoid burnout.

Share your aspirations, whether it is advancing your career in nursing or gaining additional certifications. Highlight how working at Summit LTC aligns with your goals and how you plan to contribute to the team.