Nurse Aide

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Erie, PA • 4d ago

Reference #: 4981857 THE POSITION If you are looking for a fulfilling and rewarding career, the Pennsylvania Soldiers' and Sailors' Home is the perfect place for you! We are currently seeking certified Nurse Aides to join our team and make a positive impact on the lives our veterans and their spouses. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work in a supportive and dedicated environment, where your skills and compassion will be highly valued. Our goal is to provide the best possible care to our residents, and we are looking for individuals who are passionate about delivering high-quality care and promoting their well-being.

Watch this video to see how you can make a difference caring for Pennsylvania's veterans working for the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs. Come join the DMVA team and become a part of our amazing community of professionals!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As a certified Nurse Aide, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of the residents in our care. You will be an integral part of their daily experiences, providing compassionate care and support through every step of their journey. From assisting with morning routines to encouraging participation in enriching activities, you will play a vital role in delivering comprehensive 24-hour care, seven days a week. Your dedication and compassion will make a lasting difference in the quality of life for our residents. Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information: Full-time employment (8 hours per day; 40 hours per week) The following work hours are available: 2:45 PM to 11:15 PM (2nd shift), rotating weekends and holidays, with a 30-minute lunch 10:45 PM to 7:15 AM (3rd shift), rotating weekends and holidays, with a 30-minute lunch Working every other weekend is required Overtime as operationally necessary Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position. Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. DMVA is pleased to announce the launch of a Nursing Referral Program, promoting the hiring and retention of nursing staff at Pennsylvania's veterans homes. Under this program, both referring employees and referred candidates may be eligible for payments of up to $4,000. You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: Active registration as a Nurse Aide in the Pennsylvania Nurse Aide Registry; or Six months of paid experience in the care and treatment of geriatric or physically ill patients or residents. This position is assigned to a long-term or specialized care facility and requires active registration as a Nurse Aide in the Pennsylvania Nurse Aide Registry.

Additional Requirement: You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements: A conditional offer of employment will require a medical examination. This position falls under the provisions of the Older Adult Protective Services Act. Under the Act, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports, including but not limited to, PA State Police and FBI clearance.

How to Apply: Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted. Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans:

Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

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If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

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