20 Best nursing assistant jobs in Houston, TX (Hiring Now!)

Patient Care Assistant Nights
Houston Methodist Continuing Care Hospital —Houston, TX
Ensures own career discussions occur with appropriate management. Organizes the workflow, problem-solves basic and routine matters, and manages multiple ongoing…
Estimated: $33.7K - $42.6K a year
Certified Nursing Assistant 2P-10P (CNA) ($2K SOB)
Birchwood of Spring Branch —Houston, TX
Successful completion of a state approved Nursing Assistant Certification course. Assists in maintaining the cleanliness and safety of customer room.
From $15 an hour
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Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Capstone Healthcare Estates on Orem —Houston, TX
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification in the state of Texas. Practice standard precautions of cleanliness, hygiene, and health, following best…
Up to $16.50 an hour
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Nursing Assistant
Central Home Health services of Texas —Houston, TX
Provide direct patient care under the supervision of registered nurses or physicians and report any outstanding findings to Director of Nursing/referring…
$20 - $25 an hour
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Mobility Technician - FT/Evenings
Houston Methodist Hospital —Houston, TX
This position performs delegated activities that include but are not limited to patient mobility, infection control processes, assisting patients in practicing…
Estimated: $39.2K - $49.6K a year
10h
Travel CNA to New York
TOP Employee Travel Nursing —Houston, TX
We have opportunities for travel CNA's in multiple states - excellent pay rates and opportunity for overtime, advancement, and more!!
$15 - $18 an hour
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CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant 7a 3p
Oasis at Pearland —Pearland, TX
Provide direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse or licensed practical nurse. Please note that this position may require working in a…
Up to $17 an hour
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TX Direct Support Professional
Caregiver, Inc. —Houston, TX
Valid driver’s license and a good driving record. Satisfactory completion of criminal background checks as required by federal and/or state laws and any other…
$12 an hour
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Caregiver, Senior Helpers
ABETTER LIFE HOME HEALTH CARE —Houston, TX
Experience or certification as a Home Health Aide or Nursing Assistant is preferred. Providing or arranging for social interaction. Is trained in first aid.
$16 - $18 an hour
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Certified Nurse Aide - CNA- -Ashford Gardens
Ashford Gardens —Houston, TX
Attend in-service training programs to maintain nursing assistant certification annually. Provides and documents personal care to assigned Patients in a manner…
Estimated: $27.5K - $34.8K a year
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Certified Nurse Aide - Part-Time
CHRISTUS Health —Houston, TX
The CNA will maintain a clean, safe environment which reflects the preferences and needs of the Sisters by utilizing basic knowledge of communication techniques…
Estimated: $29.9K - $37.9K a year
Operating Room Nursing Assistant
US Military Treatment Facilities under DHA —Houston, TX
License/Certification: This position requires a job-related license or certification. You MUST submit a copy of your license or certification with your…
$40,142 - $52,182 a year
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Certified Nurse Aide - Full-time
CHRISTUS Health —Houston, TX
The CNA will maintain a clean, safe environment which reflects the preferences and needs of the Sisters by utilizing basic knowledge of communication techniques…
Estimated: $30.2K - $38.3K a year
Mental Health Technician (MHT) - Part-Time, Weekends only.
SUN Behavioral Houston —Houston, TX
Answers the telephone in a professional manner, directs calls appropriately, takes messages. Ensures proper documentation in all position activities, following…
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
RTH Home Care Services —Houston, TX
Valid driver's license with a clean driving record. Provide direct care to patients in a hospice or assisted living setting.
$18 - $20 an hour
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6d
Caregiver - Daytime - URGENT
Sheilas Angels —Webster, TX
Failure to answer this question will result in an automatic rejection. *Proof of valid Driver’s License & Auto Insurance (REQUIRED)*.
$12.50 an hour
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CNA
ECare Medical Group —Houston, TX
Checking vital signs such as blood pressure and heart rate. Responsible for providing assistance to the professional staff.
$14 - $30 an hour
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14d
Certified Nursing Assistant/Van Driver
Afton Oaks Nursing & Rehab Center —Houston, TX
Possess a valid state driver’s license. After returning to facility, report to RCM and be prepared to answer questions concerning visit.
Estimated: $27.2K - $34.4K a year
5h
Patient Care Technician - Transition Post Anesthesia Care Unit (TPACU)
MD Anderson Cancer Center —Houston, TX
Demonstrates knowledge of operational costs, participates in cost-saving strategies, and avoids wastes of supplies, resources.
16h
Certified Nursing Assistant (12 Hours Shifts / Day Shift)
West Janisch Healthcare —Houston, TX
Certified Nursing Assistant or Health Care Aid certification preferred. Certified Nursing Assistant (12 Hours Shifts / Day Shift).
Estimated: $29.8K - $37.7K a year
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Patient Care Assistant Nights

Houston Methodist Continuing Care Hospital - Houston, TX

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Job Details

Full-time Estimated: $33.7K - $42.6K a year

Qualifications

Writing skills
BLS Certification
English
High school diploma or GED
Patient care
CNA
Communication skills
Under 1 year

Full Job Description

At Houston Methodist, the Patient Care Assistant (PCA) position is responsible for functioning as novice to competent and demonstrates basic knowledge and skills necessary to communicate appropriately and carry out delegated nursing assistant level tasks for assigned age-specific, diverse patient population, assisting in the delivery of patient care and services under the supervision of a licensed nurse. This position conducts hourly rounding to ensure patient needs are met and records data established by policy and procedure, and reports observations and patient problems to the licensed nurse. The PCA position performs basic patient care activities of daily living (ADL's) within unit-specific defined limits and job scope, such as assistance with patient elimination, hygiene, comfort, safety, nutrition, and progress activity and practices Patient and Family Centered Care in concert with Houston Methodist ICARE values.

PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Promotes a positive work environment with the interprofessional care team. Participates in teamwork by responding positively to requests for assistance. Works well with others to make contributions to the work effort as a whole and facilitates problem resolution.

Interacts with peers, staff, and physicians in a supportive and respectful manner. Encourages open communication to achieve mutual understanding. Communication to promote both work efforts and problem resolution is clear and professional. Collaborates with all members of the interprofessional team by actively communicating and reporting pertinent patient care information in a clear and timely manner.

Conducts self in a manner that is congruent with cultural diversity, equity, and inclusion principles. Provides contributions towards improvement of department scores for employee engagement, i.e., peer-to-peer accountability.

SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Follows the patient and family-centered care standards and provides direct patient care under the direction of a registered nurse. Documents, where applicable, care administered, diagnostic measurements, treatments, and procedures in accordance with established policies and procedures and cultural diversity and inclusion principles. Responds to the call light system, contacting nursing personnel as appropriate, and follows through with meeting patient needs.

Assists with maintaining, cleaning, and stocking of equipment and supplies as established on assigned unit. May serve as an in-house courier which may include retrieving blood, hand delivering labs, tele boxes, etc. Organizes the workflow, problem-solves basic and routine matters, and manages multiple ongoing priorities, seeking guidance and assistance from preceptor, licensed nurse, or management.

Contributes towards improving department scores for patient satisfaction through peer-to-peer accountability, i.e., bedside shift handoff/report.

QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Reports observations, conditions and problems of patients to licensed personnel to achieve desired patient outcomes. Provides for the privacy of patients and families, keeping the safety of the patient in mind.

Provides appropriate hand-off at change of shift at patient bedside to communicate and collaborate, promoting patient-centered care.

Conducts hourly rounding to ensure patient needs are met (four P's). Reports near misses and collaborates with the interprofessional health care team to improve patient safety.

Contributes towards improving quality and safety scores, through peer-to-peer accountability. Supports initiatives to prevent conditions such as pressure injuries, patient falls, and hospital-acquired infections.

FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Assists with patient and staffing needs (floats) across the service line or hospital as competencies allow. Utilizes time between heavy workloads efficiently.

Utilizes resources with cost effectiveness and value creation in mind. Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritize daily tasks, minimizing incidental overtime, assisting coworkers as needed.

GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Offers innovative solutions in performance improvement projects and shared governance activities.

Seeks opportunities to identify self-development needs on knowledge base, skill level and decision-making, as necessary, especially in areas of question, from preceptor and assigned licensed personnel and takes appropriate action. Ensures own career discussions occur with appropriate management. Completes and updates the My Development Plan on an on-going basis.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the employee will also perform other reasonably related business/job duties as assigned. Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.

EDUCATION

High School diploma or equivalent education (examples include: GED, verification of homeschool equivalency, partial or full completion of post-secondary education, etc.)

WORK EXPERIENCE

Must complete one of the following:

PCA externship
PCA internal internship
Six months of direct patient care experience
Enrolled in a school of nursing program with a completed first clinical rotation

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - REQUIRED

BLS - Basic Life Support (AHA) and

CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant - State Licensure - For Skilled Nursing Facility(SNF)/Rehab departments only

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations

Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security

Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles

Performs basic patient care activities of daily living (ADL's) within unit specific defined limits and job scope, such as assistance with patient elimination, hygiene, comfort, safety, nutrition, and progress activity

SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

WORK ATTIRE

Uniform No

Scrubs Yes

Business professional No

Other (department approved) Yes

ON-CALL*

Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. DIsaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.

On Call* No

TRAVEL**
**Travel specifications may vary by department**

May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area No

May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No

Company Profile:

Houston Methodist Continuing Care Hospital is a long-term acute care hospital that proudly serves the Greater Houston area, focused on the needs of patients requiring extended hospitalization. Located in Katy, west of the Texas Medical Center, Houston Methodist Continuing Care is committed to providing patients with the Houston Methodist standard of unparalleled quality and safety, focusing on the patient and family. The facility offers both inpatient and outpatient services, including hemodialysis or peritoneal dialysis, infectious disease management, intensive care, pain management, postsurgical complication management, pulmonary care management, trauma and neurological injury management, and outpatient rehabilitation therapies.

Houston Methodist is an equal opportunity employer inclusive of women, minorities, disabled persons and veterans.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Equal employment opportunity is a sound and just concept to which Houston Methodist is firmly bound. Houston Methodist will not engage in discrimination against or harassment of any person employed or seeking employment with Houston Methodist on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law. VEVRAA Federal Contractor – priority referral Protected Veterans requested.

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nursing assistant jobs in Houston, TX

Patient Care Assistant Nights

Certified Nursing Assistant 2P-10P (CNA) ($2K SOB)

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Nursing Assistant

Mobility Technician - FT/Evenings

Travel CNA to New York

CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant 7a 3p

TX Direct Support Professional

Caregiver, Senior Helpers

Certified Nurse Aide - CNA- -Ashford Gardens

Certified Nurse Aide - Part-Time

Operating Room Nursing Assistant

Certified Nurse Aide - Full-time

Mental Health Technician (MHT) - Part-Time, Weekends only.

CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant

Caregiver - Daytime - URGENT

CNA

Certified Nursing Assistant/Van Driver

Patient Care Technician - Transition Post Anesthesia Care Unit (TPACU)

Certified Nursing Assistant (12 Hours Shifts / Day Shift)

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