PRN Caregiver / Resident Care Assistant

Gemstone Senior Living · White Settlement, TX Prn

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Job Description

Description Position Summary The PRN Caregiver provides compassionate, resident-centered care to individuals living in the assisted living community. This position supports residents with activities of daily living (ADLs), promotes safety and dignity, and assists with maintaining a comfortable and engaging environment. PRN caregivers fill in as needed to support staffing coverage, including weekends, evenings, or overnight shifts. Key Responsibilities Resident Care Assist residents with activities of daily living including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and mobility Support residents with transfers and ambulation as needed Provide reminders or assistance with medications as directed by licensed staff or medication technicians Observe and report changes in resident condition or behavior Resident Support & Engagement Encourage resident independence while providing appropriate support Assist residents with meals and hydration Support resident participation in activities and social engagement Safety & Monitoring Ensure residents are safe and comfortable Respond promptly to resident call systems or requests for assistance Follow infection control and safety procedures Documentation & Communication Document care provided according to community policies Communicate effectively with team members regarding resident needs Report concerns or incidents to supervisors promptly Housekeeping & Environment Maintain a clean and safe resident environment Assist with light housekeeping tasks related to resident care when needed Qualifications Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent preferred Caregiver experience in assisted living, memory care, or healthcare setting preferred Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) certification preferred but not always required Ability to work flexible shifts as needed Compassionate, patient, and dependable Strong communication and teamwork skills Physical Requirements Ability to assist residents with mobility and transfers Ability to lift, push, or pull up to 50 lbs with assistance Ability to stand, walk, and bend for extended periods Work Schedule This is a PRN (as-needed) position , meaning shifts are scheduled based on staffing needs, call-offs, or increased resident care needs. Flexibility to work weekends, evenings, and holidays is preferred.

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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.