Certified Nurse Aide (Nurse Aide)

We are excited to offer an outstanding opportunity for Certified Nurse Aides with active registration in the Pennsylvania Nurse Aide Registry. The Department of Military and Veterans Affairs, Pennsylvania Soldiers' and Sailors' Home, is seeking compassionate, dedicated, and hardworking individuals committed to providing outstanding care to our veterans and their spouses. If you are an ambitious, positive, and caring professional with a passion for delivering high-quality care, we invite you to join our amazing team of professionals!

As a valued member of our dedicated and compassionate nursing team, you will play a vital role in delivering comprehensive, 24-hour care, seven days a week. From assisting residents with their morning routines to encouraging their participation in enriching activities, you will play an essential role in their daily experiences. Your meaningful interactions will allow you to make a lasting impact on their quality of life by providing exceptional, compassionate care.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

• Full-time employment, 8 hours per day, 40 hours per week
• Work hours are 2nd shift (2:45 PM to 11:15 PM) and 3rd shift (10:45 PM to 7:15 AM), with a 30-minute lunch.
• You will have a rotating schedule, working every other weekend.
• Overtime: As needed.
• 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.

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:

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

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.

Salary : $43,314 - $55,394