PRN Nurse Aide

Take on this rewarding opportunity to provide amazing care to Pennsylvania's veterans! The Pennsylvania Department of Military and Veterans Affairs is seeking dedicated and caring PRN Nurse Aides to join our nursing staff at the Southeastern Veterans' Center. The work you accomplish in this role will help us continue to provide our residents with the care and support they need in order to live an active and healthy life. Apply today to use your experience in caring for vulnerable populations to make a difference in the lives of American heroes!

In this position, you will provide non-professional nursing care to the residents at Southeastern Veterans' Center. This will involve participating in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss treatment plans and the development of individualized interventions and methods. You will assist residents with daily living activities such as bathing, grooming, and getting in and out of bed. Some of your duties will include applying safety devices and medications, distributing meals and water, and transporting residents. As an aide, you will record all care and services performed for residents, as well as maintain positive working relationships with your fellow staff members. Additionally, you will maintain and improve your skills by attending training programs.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Per Diem employment, 48 hours bi-weekly
• Work hours will be determined from following shifts. Training will be conducted during 1st shift.
  • 1st shift: 6:45 AM to 3:15 PM
  • 2nd shift: 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM
  • 3rd shift: 11:15 PM to 7:45 AM

• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Six months of experience as an Aide Trainee (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• One year of paid experience in the care and treatment of geriatric, developmentally disabled, or physically or mentally ill patients/residents; and graduation from high school or equivalent.
• You must be registered and certified by the Pennsylvania Department of Health as having met the competency requirements for performing nurse aide work.

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.

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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.