Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Bloomer · Houston, TX Part Time

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Job Description

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Houston Care for others like family in the comfort of their home or facility. As a Home Health CNA for Interim HealthCare, your heart to care for others will be met with open arms and strong patient bonds that make every day meaningful. More than a job, many patients become like family. Interim HealthCare®, the nation’s first home care company, is hiring Home Health CNAs who want to make a difference in the lives of others through the one-on-one care they provide. If you share our passion for caregiving, you are made for this! Our Home Health Certified Nursing Assistants enjoy some excellent benefits: $13-$15 Hourly Make your own schedule, work independently and enjoy work-life balance Build your skills with online training Weekly Pay Holiday Pay As a Home Health Certified Nursing Assistant, here’s a big-picture view of what you’ll do: Care for seniors and those with an illness, injury or chronic disease in their homes Help with daily activities such as bathing, toileting, dressing, grooming, hygiene, nail/skin care, eating and nutritional intake Assist with ambulation, transfers and range of motion exercises Check vitals, measure intake/output, monitor blood glucose and document any changes Work with a team of home health nurses and aides to ensure a patient’s care plan is followed Observe patient and notify supervisor of issues requiring a change in care, medication or medical equipment A few must-haves for Home Health Certified Nursing Assistants: High school diploma (or equivalent) and active Nursing Assistant Certification in Texas CPR certification Valid Texas driver’s license, auto insurance, and transportation Compassionate nature, good communicator, and ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Why Work for Interim HealthCare? Founded in 1966, Interim HealthCare is the nation’s first home care company and a leading employer of Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs). Operating through 300 offices, our commitment to you is expressed through a family-oriented culture that values and appreciates CNAs, and a passion to put patients first. Join a nationwide network of CNAs who are making a significant difference in the lives of others through the personalized, home-based care they provide.

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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.