Certified Nursing Assistant, Idvs

Description

State of Idaho Opportunity

Idaho Division of Veterans Services

• Applications will be accepted through 4:59 PM MST on the posting end date. This position will remain open until filled; the posting will be taken down once a candidate is selected.
• 12-hour shifts, 3 days a week! That mean you work 36hours, and we will pay you for 40! (Increased wage to reflect same value as a 40-hour work week- $22.22-$25.56/ hr.)
• PLUS! 5% Shift Differential for NOC shift.

The Idaho Division of Veterans Services (IDVS) is recruiting for Certified Nursing Assistants at the brand-new state-of-the-art Post Falls Veterans Home.

The Ideal candidate will be compassionate and attentive in order provide exceptional nursing care to our Veterans.

WE OFFER EMPLOYEE BENEFITS BEYOND COMPARE:

Excellent low-cost Health, Dental and Vision insurance. Participation in one of the nation's best state retirement systems PERSI Retirement.Generous vacation and sick leave accrual beginning as soon as you start.Paid parental leave.Eleven paid holidays a year.Multiple retirement plans, including an optional 401k & Deferred Compensation plan.Group Life Insurance/Disability Insurance/Supplemental Life Insurance.Employee Assistance Program.Flexible Spending Accounts.Wellness programs.Robust ongoing training opportunities.Benefits Summary (Download PDF reader).

Responsibilities:

• Provides personal patient care for elderly residents.

• Answers call lights to determine patients' needs.

• Takes and records vital signs.

• Provides personal hygiene care.

• Lifts, positions, transports, and escorts patients.

• Assists patients with walking and other body movements.

• Feeds patients who require assistance.

• Implements individual patient treatment plans as outlined by nursing supervisor and health-care team.

• Records patient care.

• Reports changes in physical or mental status to health-care team.

• Maintains a safe and sanitary patientcare environment.

Minimum Qualifications:

Certification:

• Possession of Nursing Assistant Certification and listed on the Idaho State Nurse Aide Registry

EEO/ADA/Veteran:

The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email ada.coordinator@dhr.idaho.gov.

Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.

• Benefits may not be applicable for temporary or seasonal positions.

Applications will be accepted through 4:59 PM MST on the posting end date.