Student Nurse Aide

Job Description

Nurse Aide in Training

Position Summary

The Nurse Aide in Training provides support to nursing staff in delivering resident care under the supervision of a licensed nurse. The Nurse Aide in Training assists residents with activities of daily living (ADLs), promotes resident comfort and safety, and performs assigned tasks consistent with Texas regulations and facility policies.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist residents with activities of daily living, including:
• Bathing, grooming, oral hygiene, and dressing
• Toileting and incontinence care
• Feeding and hydration assistance
• Ambulation, transfers, and positioning
• Answer resident call lights promptly.
• Observe residents and report changes in condition, behavior, or safety concerns to the licensed nurse.
• Assist with obtaining and documenting vital signs as directed.
• Maintain resident rooms in a clean, safe, and orderly condition.
• Assist with meal service and resident dining as assigned.
• Provide emotional support and encourage resident independence.
• Follow infection control, safety, and emergency preparedness procedures.
• Maintain resident dignity, privacy, and confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
• Attend required training, in-services, and staff meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned within the scope of the position.

Qualifications

• Must meet Texas requirements for Temporary Nurse Aide eligibility.
• Completion of facility orientation and competency validation.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Ability to communicate effectively with residents, families, and staff.
• Ability to safely perform resident care tasks and lift, transfer, and reposition residents as needed.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Basic understanding of resident care principles.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Ability to recognize and report changes in resident condition.
• Commitment to resident-centered care and teamwork.

Physical Requirements

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, lifting, pushing, and pulling.
• Ability to lift and transfer residents with assistance and mechanical devices as appropriate.
• Ability to work extended periods on feet.

Working Conditions

• Skilled nursing facility environment.
• Exposure to infectious diseases, bodily fluids, and medical equipment.
• May be required to work weekends, holidays, and varying shifts.

Regulatory Compliance

The Nurse Aide in Training may perform only those duties permitted by Texas regulations and facility policy and must work under the supervision of licensed nursing staff. The Nurse Aide in Training may not perform tasks requiring professional nursing judgment or functions restricted to Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) or licensed personnel unless otherwise permitted by applicable regulations.