Nurse Aide
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Nurse Aide
Salary
$45,171.00 - $57,772.00 Annually
Location
Allegheny County, PA
Job Type
Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time
Job Number
N-2026-52059
Department
Department of Military & Veterans Affairs
Division
MV Nrsg Swvc
Opening Date
07/01/2026
Closing Date
9/30/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Job Code
30320
Position Number
Multiple positions may be filled from this posting.
Union
AFSCME
Bargaining Unit
N1
Pay Group
ST03
Bureau / Division Code
00134980
Bureau / Division
Southwestern Veterans' Center / Nursing
Worksite Address
7060 Highland Drive
City
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Zip Code
15206
Contact Name
Natalie Fewell
Contact Phone
412.665.6706
Contact Email
nfewell@pa.gov
Description
Benefits
Questions
THE POSITION
Become a Nurse Aide with the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA) and play an important part in supporting the health and well-being of our residents. You will make a positive impact each day by helping veterans and their spouses live with comfort and dignity. You will join a cohesive team that values respect, compassion, and service. This is a meaningful opportunity to grow your skills and build connections at the Southwestern Veterans' Center.
Watch this video (https://player.vimeo.com/video/1167746420?badge=0&autopause=0&player\id=0&app\id=58479) 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, apply today!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
This role focuses on providing non-professional nursing care for veterans and their spouses in a long-term care home while supporting licensed staff. As a Nurse Aide, you will perform the following duties:
Resident Support: Assist residents with daily care needs and observe changes in their condition
Daily Living Tasks: Provide help with bathing, grooming, meals, mobility, and restorative programs
Safety Measures: Apply safety devices, gather basic health data, and ensure a safe environment
Resident Transport: Move residents safely by wheelchair or stretcher and escort them to appointments
Recordkeeping: Document care and services according to required standards
Room Care: Organize resident areas and assist with belongings during admissions or transfers
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description (https://careers.employment.pa.gov/pd/PD_NEOGOV.asp?p=50329307) .
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
Full-time employment, 40 hours per week
Work hours will be determined from the following shifts, with a 30-minute lunch. You will work rotating days and be required to work every other weekend.
1st shift: 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM
2nd shift: 2:00 PM to 10:30 PM
3rd shift: 10:00 PM to 6:30 AM
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.
Special Requirement:
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.
Preferred Qualifications (not required):
Previous long-term care experience
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 willnotbe 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.
All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant's own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers (https://www.pa.gov/agencies/hrmoa/resources/generative-ai-hiring-guidance) for additional information.
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.
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
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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Health & Wellness
We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*
Compensation & Financial Planning
We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.
Work/Life Balance
We know there's more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*
Values and Culture
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.
Employee Perks
Sometimes, it is the little "extras" that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.
For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visitwww.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.
*Eligibility rules apply.
01
Do you possess six or more months of full-time paid experience in the care and treatment of geriatric or physically ill patients or residents?
Yes
No
02
If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, @type N/A in the text box below.
03
Do you possess active registration as a Nurse Aide in the Pennsylvania Nurse Aide Registry?
Yes
No
04
If yes, please list your certification number and expiration date below. If you do not have a certification, please list N/A in the text box.
05
Preferred Qualification - Do you have previous long term care experience?
Yes
No
Required Question
Employer
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Address
613 North Street
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120
Website
http://www.employment.pa.gov
