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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Nurse Aide

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Phila, Pennsylvania, United States, 19117

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THE POSITION The Delaware Valley Veterans' Home, under the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs, is dedicated to providing exceptional care for our veteran residents and their spouses. We are on the lookout for dedicated, enthusiastic, and compassionate individuals who are passionate about delivering outstanding support to our residents. If you are a motivated and confident Certified Nurse Aide with a strong commitment to enhancing the quality of life for those in your care, we invite you to consider this rewarding opportunity. Your role will be pivotal in ensuring that our residents receive the highest standard of care, fostering an environment of respect and dignity that honors their service and sacrifices.

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 Our dedicated and passionate nursing team is committed to providing round-the-clock care, available every day of the week. This involves not only assisting residents in their morning routines but also encouraging their participation in a variety of engaging activities throughout the day. Your role will be crucial in shaping their daily experiences, allowing you to forge meaningful connections with them. Through these daily interactions, you will have the opportunity to significantly enhance their quality of life by delivering compassionate and attentive care tailored to their individual needs.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description. Work Schedule and Additional Information: Full-time employment Work hours are as follows with rotating say and weekends, with a 30-minute lunch. Working very other weekend is required.

1st shift 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM

2nd shift 2:00 PM to 10:30 PM 3rd shift 10:30 PM to 6:00 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 require 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

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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: 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.