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Certified Nursing Assistant - Psych

Job in Dallas, Dallas County, Texas, 75201, USA
Listing for: Connected Health Care
Contract position
Listed on 2026-08-28
Job specializations:
  • Nursing
    Psychiatric Care & Support, Healthcare Nursing
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Contract Certified Nursing Assistant - Psych

Certified Nursing Assistant
- Psych

This contract Certified Nursing Assistant
- Psych position is a 26-week assignment in or near Mesquite, Texas. The role involves providing direct patient care to psychiatric patients and collaborating with the healthcare team to implement care plans. It offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Provide direct patient care to psychiatric patients, ensuring safety and comfort.
  • Collaborate with the healthcare team to develop and implement patient care plans.
  • Maintain accurate documentation of patient observations and interventions.
  • Execute medication reminders and assist with daily living activities.
  • Document patient progress and report any significant changes to the supervising nurse.
Qualifications:
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Valid CNA license for the state of Texas.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
  • Minimum of 2 years of psychiatric CNA experience.
  • Proven experience working with psychiatric patient populations.
  • Experience in a hospital or psychiatric facility setting.
  • Ability to verify CNA license via the Texas Tulip system.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Ability to work flexible shifts including days, evenings, and nights.
  • Physical ability to assist patients with mobility and daily activities.
Preferred

Skills:
  • Crisis Prevention and Intervention (CPI) certification.
Benefits:
  • Premium pay 13% above market, weekly direct deposit, next-day pay options soon.
  • Comprehensive insurance: medical, dental, vision, disability, life, sick leave starting first day of month after start.
  • Health benefits maintained through winter/summer break for extended team members.
  • 401(k) with match, license and CEU reimbursements, referral and loyalty bonuses.
  • Paid housing or stipends, travel/mileage reimbursements, guaranteed hours, cancellation protection, nationwide placements.
  • Reimbursed licenses and certifications, user-friendly onboarding portal, shifts tailored to needs, rapid interview process averaging 38 hours.
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