Nurse Aide

Nurse Aide Scranton, PA 1 DAYS AGO 22583652 Summary Scranton, PA In-Person $44294.00 - $56646.00 per Year 0 Years Experience Vocational/Technical Certificate No Commission 40.00 hours per week / Evening, Night, Weekend, Rotation Shift / Full-Time Description

THE POSITION

Are you ready to launch your career serving Pennsylvania's veterans and their families? The Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA) is seeking compassionate Nurse Aides. At the Gino J. Merli Veterans' Center, you will have an opportunity to build rewarding relationships by delivering outstanding resident care to those who served our country. If you are a dedicated and empathetic professional, then join us to make an impact every day.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As a Nurse Aide, you will to provide nonprofessional nursing care to residents. You will assist residents with activities of daily living, distribute meal trays, apply safety devices, and report vital signs. You will also be responsible for transporting and escorting residents, as well as collecting specimens for lab work. This role requires effective communication to actively participate in interdisciplinary team meeting, where you will discuss and contribute to treatment plans for residents. In addition, you will ensure a safe environment in resident rooms by addressing any hazards and reporting them to the nursing supervisor. Your day-to-day contact with our residents will positively impact their quality of life by providing the best possible care. 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 will be determined from the following shifts, with a 30-minute lunch. You will work rotating days and weekends, with every other weekend off. 2nd shift (3:00 PM to 11:30 PM) 3rd shift (11:00 PM to 7:30 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. 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 Requirements:

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. Additional Details How To Identify Potential Job Scams

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