Nurse Aide

Nurse Aide Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania $44,294.00 - $56,646.00 Annually dental insurance, vision insurance, parental leave, vacation time, paid time off, paid holidays, sick time, retirement plan United States, Pennsylvania, Duncansville 138 Veterans Boulevard (Show on map) May 18, 2026 Salary $44,294.00 - $56,646.00 Annually Location Blair County, PA Job Type Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time Job Number

N-2026-49861

Department Department of Military & Veterans Affairs Division MV Nrsg Hollidaysburg Opening Date 05/18/2026 Closing Date 5/22/2026 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 00134380 Bureau / Division Hollidaysburg Veterans' Home / Nursing Worksite Address 138 Veterans Boulevard City Duncansville, Pennsylvania Zip Code 16635 Contact Name Anna Riley Contact Email annriley@pa.gov

THE POSITION

Do you want to make a real difference in the lives of our nation's heroes? As a Nurse Aide with the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA), you become an important part of a mission that honors Pennsylvania veterans. Your daily efforts help residents at the Hollidaysburg Veterans' Home stay healthy, supported, and engaged. This role offers steady, meaningful work where you can make a positive impact. Apply today to step into a job where your dedication truly matters. 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, apply today!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This role supports the health, comfort, and daily functioning of residents living at the Hollidaysburg Veterans' Home. The work focuses on direct care, respectful interactions, and steady attention to resident needs. As a Nurse Aide, you will perform the following duties:

Care Plan Support:

Attend team discussions and share observations to guide resident treatment plans

Daily Living Assistance:

Help residents complete activities such as bathing, grooming, eating, and mobility tasks

Safety and Monitoring:

Watch for health or behavior changes and report concerns to professional staff

Transport and Escort:

Move residents safely within the facility and accompany them to appointments as needed

Room and Supply Upkeep:

Maintain tidy resident areas and restock essential care items

Documentation Duties:

Record services provided in accordance with required standards 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) Work hours are 3rd shift (10:45 PM to 7:15 AM), including rotating days and weekends, with a 30-minute lunch. You will be required to work every other weekend.

Telework:

You will not have the option to telework in this position.

Salary:

Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $44,294.00 (before taxes). 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

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. 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 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.