Certified Nursing Assistant – CNA – Veterans Services

Description

State of Idaho Opportunity

Idaho Division of Veterans Services – Caring for America's Heroes

This position will remain open until filled

The Idaho Division of Veterans Services (IDVS) dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to support our team of health care professionals at the State Veterans Home in Post Falls.

• Pay Range: $22.22 - $24.00
• 12-hour shifts, 3 days per week (NOC shift employees receive an additional10% shift differential!)
• We guarantee hours to full-time employees regardless of census!
  
  

Responsibilities

• Performs personal nursing care for elderly residents.
• Determines resident needs and takes and records vital signs.
• Provides personal hygiene care and maintains a safe and sanitary resident-care environment.
• Lifts, positions, transports, and escorts residents and assists with walking and other body movements.
• Feeds residents who require assistance and implements individual resident treatment plans as outlined by supervisor.
• Records resident care, reporting changes in physical or mental status to health-care team.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
  
  

Certification

Minimum Qualifications:

Possession of Nursing Assistant Certification in Idaho and listed in good standings on the Idaho State Nurse Aide Registry.

OR

Completion Of a State-approved Nurse Aide Training Or Competency Evaluation Program (NATCEP) And Eligible For Placement On The State Nurse Aide Registry, Which Requires

Verification of competition of a state approved NATCEP;

AND

Verification the skills competency test has been passed;

AND

Verification the written test has been scheduled for placement on the CNA Registry.

We Offer Employee Benefits Beyond Compare

• Excellent low-cost Health, Dental and Vision insurance.
• Participation in one of the nation's best state retirement systems PERSIRetirement.
• Generous vacation and sick leave accrual beginning as soon as you start.
• Paid parental leave.
• Eleven paid holidays a year.
• Multiple retirement plans, including an optional 401k & Deferred Compensation plan.
• Group Life Insurance/Disability Insurance/Supplemental Life Insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Wellness programs.
• Robust ongoing training opportunities.
• Benefits Summary (Download PDF reader).
  
  

Questions?

Contact Julia Henry at julia.henry@veterans.idaho.gov

Clearance

The Idaho Division of Veterans Services requires applicants to pass a criminal history background investigation after a conditional offer of employment.

EEO/ADA/Veteran

The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), oremailada.coordinator@dhr.idaho.gov.

Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.

• Benefits may not be applicable for temporary or seasonal positions.