Certified Nurse Aide - CNA

Oakmont Healthcare and Rehabilitation of Humble · Houston, TX Full Time

$22962 – $22962 / year

Job Description

Join Our Team as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Provide Compassionate Care and Support to Residents We’re seeking a reliable and dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to join our team! This role requires strong attendance, multitasking skills, and a professional, cooperative demeanor. You’ll play a key role in supporting our residents with daily care while working closely with the care team to provide high-quality service. Your Impact as a Certified Nursing Assistant In this role, you will: Provide Personal Care : Assist with grooming, bathing, catheter care, pericare, and dressing, following care policy guidelines Maintain Resident Environment : Change linens and ensure grooming supplies are stocked Support Mobility : Safely ambulate and transfer residents using assistive devices and proper body mechanics Record Vital Information : Accurately document vitals, weights, intake/output, and meal consumption Assist with Positioning : Turn and reposition residents routinely for comfort and safety Encourage Engagement : Lead range of motion exercises and provide reality orientation as directed What Makes You a Great Fit We’re looking for someone who: Holds a current Nursing Assistant Certification from the State of Texas Can accurately record information and perform technical procedures Communicates well and demonstrates self-discipline and patience Genuinely cares for the elderly and individuals with disabilities Understands and upholds the Patient Bill of Rights and Employee Responsibilities Follows all safety policies and procedures Benefits (Full-Time) Comprehensive Coverage : Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance Extra Protection : AD&D, Short-Term Disability, Cancer, Critical Illness, and more Life Insurance : Whole and Term Policies Professional Growth : Tuition Reimbursement for continued education Time to Recharge : Paid Time Off Retirement Planning : Immediate 401(k) eligibility Unwavering Support : Exceptional corporate resources Equal Opportunity Employer Creative Solutions in Healthcare is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful work environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status under applicable law.

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What Most Job Listings Don’t Tell You

General overview for this role type — specific duties and requirements vary by employer.

Care aide and CNA positions in senior living are hands-on roles that require both physical stamina and genuine emotional resilience. In Texas, CNAs must hold an active certification through the Texas Health and Human Services Commission, while caregiver and aide positions may not require formal certification but typically involve on-the-job training.

What catches many new hires off guard is the physical demand — you will be on your feet for the full shift, assisting with transfers, repositioning, and mobility support. Memory care roles add another layer, as working with residents experiencing dementia or Alzheimer's requires specialized patience and de-escalation skills. Most facilities offer shift differentials for evenings and weekends, and many in the Houston area provide tuition assistance programs for aides looking to advance into nursing.

What to Expect in This Role Day-to-Day

Based on typical senior living facilities in the Houston area.

Your day typically begins with morning routines — helping residents with bathing, dressing, grooming, and getting to breakfast. Throughout the shift, you will assist with meals, escort residents to activities, monitor for changes in behavior or health, and document everything in the care log. Vital signs checks happen at regular intervals, and you will be the first person to notice if something seems off with a resident.

The team dynamic is close-knit. You will work alongside other aides, report to the charge nurse, and communicate with families who visit. In memory care units, redirection and engagement activities are a big part of the role — keeping residents calm, oriented, and socially active. The work is physically and emotionally demanding, but many aides describe deep bonds with the residents they care for and a sense of purpose that keeps them in the field long-term.

Houston Area Salary Data

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Nursing Assistant positions in the Houston metro area earn a median wage of $17.76/hr ($36,941/yr). The typical range is $17.00 – $21.53/hr (25th–75th percentile).

Entry Level (10th) $31,366/yr

Houston Median $36,941/yr

Experienced (90th) $46,155/yr

vs. National Median -6.6%

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX Metro Area). Salary data provided by Houston Senior Living Guide.