Louisiana Department of State Civil Service

Nursing Assistant 1-2 (CNA 1-2)

Louisiana Department of State Civil Service, Monroe

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Nursing Assistant 1-2 (CNA 1-2)

Salary

$2,123.00 - $3,822.00 Monthly

Location

Monroe, LA

Job Type

Classified

Job Number

NELVH-211598CNA-080725

Department

DVA-NE LA Veterans Home

Opening Date

08/07/2025

Closing Date

8/12/2025 11:59 PM Central

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About this Job

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 home is to provide quality nursing care to eligible veterans with the ultimate goal of returning the veterans to the highest possible levels of physical and mental capacity.

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Nursing Assistant t o perform routine sub professional nursing duties in the care and comfort of our Veteran patients.

Minimum Qualifications

Six months of experience or training in patient care; OR

Possession of a current Certified Nursing Assistant certificate; OR

Completion of an accredited Registered Nursing, Practical Nursing, Medical Assistant, or Emergency Medical Technician Program.

NOTE:

Positions at facilities receiving certain Medicaid or Medicare funds require that applicants possess a current Certified Nursing Assistant certificate.

Job Specification

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be foundhere ( .

Job Duties and Other Information

Job Duties:

As a Nursing Assistant, you will m easure temperatures, pulses, respirations, blood pressures, heights/weights and record in patients' medical record.

In this role, you will also:

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A ssist with documenting admission of new patients on medical records.
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Provide care to patients such as ambulating, feeding, bathing, positioning and lifting.
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May sterilize equipment and supplies.
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Distribute clean linen, wash, dry, sort, fold, and store patients clothing.
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Collect, label and transport laboratory specimens as assigned.
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Collect and file diagnostic test results.
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Observe patients' conditions and report any changes to the charge nurse.
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Transport patients to examinations, clinics, or recreational sites.
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May be required to provide care to patients with infectious diseases.
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Clean rooms and change bed linens.
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Perform procedures such as enemas and skin care as directed by a professional nurse.
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Successfully complete training programs such as CPR, First Aid, infection control, infectious disease, and/or programs that maintain hospital standards such as quality control, safety issues, and JCAHO requirements.
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Position-Specific Details:

This position is located in the Nursing Department of the Northeast LA Veterans Home in Monroe, Louisiana.

Appointment Type: Probational or Job Appointment

Career Progression: This position may be filled as a Nursing Assistant 1 or 2 (CNA 1 or 2)

Work Schedule: Day Shift (6:45a-7:15p) Night Shift (6:45p-7:15a)

Work may involve shift work.

Compensation: The Special Entrance Rate for this position is as follows, plus premium pay, and shift differentials (SEE BELOW):

Nursing Assistant 1 is $13.74

Nursing Assistant 2 is $14.70

PREMIUM PAY (per HOUR physically worked):

$3.00 work incentive pay uponhire.

SHIFT DIFFERENTIALS (per HOUR physically worked):

Shift Diff 2nd Shift - $1.00

Shift Diff 3rd Shift - $2.00

Weekend/Holiday Shift Diff - $2.00

Weekend/Holiday Shift Diff 2nd Shift - $2.00

Weekend/Holiday Shift Diff 3rd Shift - $3.00

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

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). Resumeswill 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

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Louisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity tomake a differencethrough public service. With an array of career opportunities in every major metropolitan center and in many rural areas, state employment provides an outstanding option to begin or continue your career.

As a state employee, you will earn competitive pay, choose from a variety of benefits, and have access to a great professional development program:

Insurance Coverage More information can be found at

Parental Leave– Up to six weeks paid parental leave

More information can be found at

Holidays and Leave – State employees receive the following paid holidays each year:

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New Year's Day
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Martin Luther King, Jr. Day,
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Mardi Gras,
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Good Friday,
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Memorial Day,
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Independence Day,
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Labor Day,
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Veteran's Day,
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Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.
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***** Additional holidays may be proclaimed by the Governor

State employees earn sick and annual leave which can be accumulated and saved for future use. Your accrual rate increases as your years of service increase.

Retirement – State of Louisiana employees are eligible to participate in various retirement systems (based on the type of appointment and agency for which an employee works). These retirement systems provide retirement allowances and other benefits for state officers and employees and their beneficiaries. State retirement systems may include (but are not limited to):

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Louisiana State Employees Retirement System ( LASERS has provided this video ( to give you more detailed information about their system
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Teacher's Retirement System of Louisiana (
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Louisiana School Employees Retirement System ( among others
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Do you possess a Louisiana Certified Nursing Assistant Certificate?

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Yes
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If you are a certified Nursing Assistant in Louisiana, please list your CERTIFICATION NUMBER and EXPIRATION DATE. To lookup your information, visit NOTE: Failure to provide this information may result in your application not being considered If you are not a certified Nursing Assistant in Louisiana, please enter "N/A".

Are you a current or former employee of the State of Louisiana?

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Yes
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If so, for which state agency(ies) do you/did you work and during what time period(s)? If not, indicate "NA".

Are you a current or former employee of the Northeast Louisiana Veterans Home?

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What shift would you prefer to work?

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Day Shift (6:45a-7:15p)
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Night Shift (6:45p-7:15a)
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Employer

State of Louisiana

Address

For agency contact information, please refer to

the supplemental information above.

Louisiana State Civil Service, Louisiana, 70802

Phone

(866) 783-5462

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