Caregiver - PRN

Vitality Living · Buckingham, TX Prn

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Job Description

Join Our Team at Vitality Living as a Caregiver at our Preston Hollow Community in Dallas! Are you looking for a job where you can make a real difference? A career that allows you to positively impact the lives of others every single day? If so, we want YOU to be part of our mission to make the world a better place. At Vitality Living, we are more than just a place of work; we are a vibrant community dedicated to creating meaningful experiences for our residents, families, and team members. At Vitality, everyone is not only encouraged to be themselves but celebrated for it! Join us today and bring your individuality along! As a Vitality Living Caregiver, you will impact lives as you: Assist residents with the performance of activities, simple treatments, and emotional health and/or problem behavioral issues as indicated in service plans âAssist in the development and revision of service plans by informing the supervisor of current resident needs and preferences, as well as successful service approaches Observe and report resident problems to LPN (if on duty) or Medication Tech/Aid Attend and participate in onboarding, annual and in-service training and team member meetings, as requested Perform other duties as assigned by Wellness Director Join us today if you meet the following requirements: Must be at least 18 years old Demonstrate ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing Maintain any certification as required by state or provincial regulations Meet state or provincial health related requirements Job Details: PRN Vitality Living is an equal opportunity employer where you can Be You, Be Vibrant, and Belong.

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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 DFW 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 DFW 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.

DFW Area Salary Data

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Nursing Assistant positions in the DFW metroplex area earn a median wage of $18.53/hr ($38,542/yr). The typical range is $17.96 – $21.73/hr (25th–75th percentile).

Entry Level (10th) $35,859/yr

DFW Median $38,542/yr

Experienced (90th) $49,088/yr

vs. National Median -8.8%

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX Metro Area). Salary data provided by DFW Senior Living Guide.