Nursing Assistant Supervisor 1

The mission of the Louisiana Veterans Homes is to primarily serve the Veterans' population of Louisiana through the provision of medical, restorative, and rehabilitative services in an atmosphere of respect and compassion. The primary objective of the home is to provide quality nursing care to eligible veterans, with the ultimate goal of returning them to the highest possible levels of physical and mental capacity. We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Nursing Assistant Supervisor to provide supervision of Nursing Assistants and Nursing Unit Aides in the nursing care of the residents at a Louisiana War Veterans Home—a large, complex, 156-bed, 24-hour health care facility.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Three years of experience in patient care; OR Possession of a current Certified Nursing Assistant certificate or graduation from an Emergency Medical Technician Program plus two years of experience in patient care; OR Completion of an accredited registered or practical nursing program plus one year of experience in patient care.

NOTE:

Positions at facilities receiving certain Medicaid or Medicare funds require that applicants possess a current Certified Nursing Assistant certificate. The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here .

Job Duties:

As a Nursing Assistant Supervisor 1, you will oversee and assist with patient care, which consists of four resident care units and provides care for residents who have medical needs, ADL needs, and who may be cognitively impaired or have a mental illness. In this role, you will also: Prepare assignment sheets and make adjustments as necessary. Conduct performance evaluations on subordinate staff. Direct and assist in providing care such as feeding, ambulating, bathing, positioning, lifting and dressing. Make rounds and instruct/train subordinates in patient care techniques. Performs other related duties as required.

Position-Specific Details:

Location:

Nursing Department of the Northeast LA Veterans Home in Monroe, Louisiana.

Appointment Type:

Probational or Job Appointment Compensation:

PREMIUM PAY

(per HOUR physically worked) $3.00. This position also qualifies for shift differentials, with rates varying based on shift time, day of the week, and holidays .

How To Apply:

No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy. To apply for this vacancy, click on the "Apply" link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page. • Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

Contact Information:

For further information about this vacancy, contact: Jamaile Burton Human Resources Analyst Jamaile.

Burton@la.gov Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.