CNA / Certified Nursing Assistant / Skilled Nursing Home

BRENTWOOD PLACE TWO · DALLAS, TX Full Time
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Job Description

Brentwood Place Two - Job Type: Full-Time Job Openings: 6AM-2PM, 2PM-10PM or 10PM-6AM *Benefits Available for Full-Time employees* Your Job: Brentwood Place Two is a FANTASTIC Long-Term Care Facility. We are looking for FANTASTIC people like YOU to join our TEAM! What does success in Long-Term Care look like? YOU! We take care of your employees so you can t ake care of our residents, come and join the Spirit of Excellence! Don’t be a stranger come apply! We accept walk-in interviews. 3505-2 S. Buckner Blvd Dallas TX 75227-5451, or call at (214) 381-1815 Benefits: 401(k) matching Dental Insurance Health Insurance Life Insurance Vision Insurance Qualifications: Licensed as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) A minimum of 6 months experience as a certified nursing assistant or clinical experience while enrolled in a nursing assistant certification class. Must possess a sincere desire to serve the ill, aged and infirm. Ability to read, write and speak the English language. Possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, and the general public. Willingness to work harmoniously with other personnel. Must have patience, tact, cheerful disposition and enthusiasm, as well as be willing to handle residents based on whatever maturity level they are currently functioning. Must be in good general health and demonstrate emotional stability. Must be able to relate to and work with ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and, at times, hostile people within the facility. General Duties: Perform all duties as assigned and in accordance with facility’s established policies and procedures, nursing care procedures and safety rules and regulations. Make resident rounds at the beginning of each shift and every two hours thereafter to administer quality nursing care. Verify the identification of a resident before administering nursing care or serving food, to assure that appropriate care is being provided to the correct resident. Assure that water pitchers are cleaned, filled with fresh drinking water and within the resident’s reach. Other related duties as may become necessary or as directed by the Charge Nurse, RN Supervisor, Director of Nurses, or Administrator. “ What I like most about my job is the residents! It is emotionally rewarding and everyday is a different experience " -Cayolyn Willis. -C.N.A / Restorative Aide "I have been a C.N.A since 1988. I have worked for the Brentwoods for the majority of those years. Being a CNA is very rewarding! you must have a caring heart ". -Lisa Barnes-CNA Brentwood Place Two provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. BrentwoodPlaceTwo

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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.

About This Employer

BRENTWOOD PLACE TWO is a Nursing — SNF/NF located in DALLAS, TX at 3505 S BUCKNER BLVD BLDG 3.

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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.

Facility Snapshot

Facility Type Nursing — SNF/NF

3505 S BUCKNER BLVD BLDG 3, DALLAS, TX 75227

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